Dept Of Zoology Research Articles

Comparison of wild greens and herbs consumption between residents of urban and rural areas of Crete

s / Clinical Nutrition ESPEN 13 (2016) e55ee74 e61 less information exist concerning the effect of the MD on the secondary prevention of CHD. Aim: The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of MD on the risk of cardiovascular event onset and cardiovascular mortality in patients who have suffered an Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS). Materials and methods: A perspective, multicenter study of ten yearfollow-up (GREECS-Greek Study of ACS) was conducted (2004-2014). In the study 2.172 individuals (76% male) with ACS were enrolled from 6 hospitals in urban and rural Greek regions. In the information obtained anthropometric and socio-demographic characteristics, lifestyle habits, nutritional and psychological assessment and medical history were included. To assess the degree of adherence to the MD, the MedDietScore tool (range: 0-55) was used. The statistical analysis included: a) analysis of descriptive characteristics and b) development of multiple logarithmic regression models. Results: Greater adoption of the MD was associated with lower risk for fatal cardiovascular event (OR: 0,979, 95%CI: 0,960-0,998) after adjustment for age and sex. However, the statistical significance of the Mediterranean dietary pattern was attenuated (OR: 0,977, 95%CI: 0,953-1,002) when traditional cardiovascular risk factors were added to the model. The factor that seems to affect the relationship of the MD with cardiovascular mortality is physical activity. The level of adherence to the MD was not associated with the onset of a new cardiovascular event. Conclusions: The adoption of the MD reduces the risk of a fatal cardiovascular episode, without affecting the risk of next cardiovascular event in patients with ACS. COMPARISON OF WILD GREENS AND HERBS CONSUMPTION BETWEEN RESIDENTS OF URBAN AND RURAL AREAS OF CRETE Chrysoula Kaloteraki , Maria-Eleni Velivasaki , Eleni Tsourdalaki , Antonios Koutelidakis . Department of Nutrition-Dietetics, Technological Educational Institute of Crete, Siteia, Greece; Department of Food Science and Nutrition, University of the Aegean, Mirina, Limnou, Greece Introduction: Wild greens and herbs of Crete were an integral part of traditional Cretan diet, providing numerous bioactive components important for reduction of diseases risk and for health promotion. Aim: To investigate the frequency of wild greens and herbs consumption and a comparison between urban and rural areas of Crete (Countries of Heraklion and Rethymnon). Materials and methods: 200 men and women volunteers, aged between 18 and 70 years old, completed a questionnaire about the frequency of wild greens and herbs consumption. Half of them were residents of Heraklion city, while the rest of them were residents of the mountain villages of Rethymno County (Melambes, Anogia, Kamariotis). Then, a comparison of the frequency of consumption between the two populations, as well as correlations with nutritional and behavioral factors, was carried out. The results were processed with the SPSS v.17 statistics program through the use of correlation factors.T-test and one-way ANOVA were applied. Results: The village residents eat more often wild greens and herbs (2-4 times per week), compared with city residents (1-2 times per month) (p<0.05). The most often consumed greens are purslane and capers, while the most often consumed herbs are chamomile, sage and dittany. Increased consumption of greens and herbs in rural areas was associated with increased physical activity (mainly rural employment) and a reduced incidence of smoking and coffee consumption. Conclusion: The nutrition assessment with purpose to increase the frequency of consumption of wild greens and herbs from urban residents can play an important role towards improving health, via possible degenerative diseases prevention. CORRELATION BETWEEN APOE ALLELES AND OBESITY MARKERS IN ADULTS Alexandra-Aikaterini Koulouri , Dimitrios Loukovitis , Nikolaos Rodopaios , Eleni Vasara , Tatiana Serafeim , Maria Tsigga , Maria Chasapidou , Antonios Kafatos . Department of Social Medicine, Preventive Medicine and Nutrition Clinic, University of Crete School of Medicine, Greece; 2 'Lab of Agrobiotechnology and Inspection of Agricultural Products, Department of Agricultural Technology, Alexander Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki, Greece; 3 Lab of Animal Physiology, Dept of Zoology, School of Biology, AUTH, Greece; Department of Human Physiology, School of of Nutrition & Dietetics, Alexander Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki, Greece; Department of Nutrition & Dietetics, School of of Nutrition & Dietetics, Alexander Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki, Greece; 6 424 G.M.H., Thessaloniki,

Beyond bioclimatic envelopes: dynamic species' range and abundance modelling in the context of climatic change

B. Huntley (brian.huntley@durham.ac.uk), D. G. Hole and S. G. Willis, Ecosystem Science Centre, School of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Durham Univ., South Road, Durham DH1 3LE, UK. P. Barnard, Birds & Environmental Change Partnership, Climate Change and BioAdaptation Div., South African National Biodiversity Inst., Kirstenbosch Research Centre, P/Bag X7, Claremont 7735, Cape Town, South Africa, and Percy FitzPatrick Inst. of African Ornithology, DST/NRF Centre of Excellence, Univ. of Cape Town, Rondebosch 7701, Cape Town, South Africa. R. Altwegg, Birds & Environmental Change Partnership, Climate Change and BioAdaptation Div., South African National Biodiversity Inst., Kirstenbosch Research Centre, P/Bag X7, Claremont 7735, Cape Town, South Africa, and Animal Demography Unit, Dept of Zoology, Univ. of Cape Town, Rondebosch 7701, Cape Town, South Africa. L. Chambers, Centre for Australian Weather & Climate Research Bureau of Meteorology, GPO Box 1289, Melbourne, Victoria 3001, Australia. B. W. T. Coetzee, Birds & Environmental Change Partnership, Climate Change and BioAdaptation Div., South African National Biodiversity Inst., Kirstenbosch Research Centre, P/Bag X7, Claremont 7735, Cape Town, South Africa, and Centre for Invasion Biology, Dept of Botany and Zoology, Stellenbosch Univ., Private Bag X1, Matieland 7602, South Africa. L. Gibson, Dept of Environment & Conservation, PO Box 51, Wanneroo WA 6946, Australia. P. A. R. Hockey, Percy FitzPatrick Inst. of African Ornithology, DST/NRF Centre of Excellence, Univ. of Cape Town, Rondebosch 7701, Cape Town, South Africa. G. F. Midgley, Birds & Environmental Change Partnership, Climate Change and BioAdaptation Div., South African National Biodiversity Inst., Kirstenbosch Research Centre, P/Bag X7, Claremont 7735, Cape Town, South Africa. L. G. Underhill, Animal Demography Unit, Dept of Zoology, Univ. of Cape Town, Rondebosch 7701, Cape Town, South Africa.

Book reviews

The titles reviewed in this section of Ibis are available for reference at the Alexander Library of the Edward Grey Institute of Field Ornithology, Department of Zoology, South Parks Road, Oxford, UK. The library is open to Ibis readers, Monday to Friday (09:00–17:00 h). Please write, telephone (+44 (0)1 865 271143) or email (sophie.wilcox@ouls.ox.ac.uk or enquiries.zoo@ouls.ox.ac.uk) prior to your visit to ensure the library is open.The aim of the Alexander Library is to build up a comprehensive collection of literature as a service to ornithologists. Its holdings include an extensive range of periodicals and a large number of reprints drawn from many sources: additional reprints of readers’ papers are always welcome. The library has always greatly benefited from its close relationship with the BOU. For many years, all journals received in exchange for Ibis have been deposited in the library, as have most of the books sent for review, through the generosity of reviewers and publishers.In return, as a service to readers, this review section of Ibis is organized and edited by Michael G. Wilson and Professor Ben Sheldon of the Edward Grey Institute, with the help of a panel of contributors. They are always grateful for offers of further assistance with reviewing, especially with foreign‐language titles.Books for review: publishers are kindly asked to send two copies of each title to Ibis Book Reviews, Alexander Library, EGI, Dept of Zoology, Tinbergen Building, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PS, UK.This book review section is supported by Subbuteo Natural History Books. Subbuteo are an international mail‐order book company stocking over 2000 titles covering all natural and environmental sciences. They can also source titles from around the world. Titles reviewed in Ibis can be ordered from Subbuteo and payment can be made by credit card or cheques in £/$. Postage, packing and insurance is £1.99 per order. International postage is charged at cost; please contact Subbuteo for a quote. Subbuteo Natural History Books Ref. 0252, The Rea, Upton Magna, Shrewsbury SY4 4UR, UK. Tel: +44 (0)870 010 9700 Fax: +44 (0)870 010 9699 Email: imfo@wildlifebooks.co.uk Website: http://www.wildlifebooks.com

Book reviews

The titles reviewed in this section of Ibis are available for reference at the Alexander Library of the Edward Grey Institute of Field Ornithology, Department of Zoology, South Parks Road, Oxford, UK. The library is open to Ibis readers, Monday to Friday (09:00–17:00 h). Please write, telephone (+44 (0)1 865 271143) or email (sophie.wilcox@ouls.ox.ac.uk or enquiries.zoo@ouls.ox.ac.uk) prior to your visit to ensure the library is open.The aim of the Alexander Library is to build up a comprehensive collection of literature as a service to ornithologists. Its holdings include an extensive range of periodicals and a large number of reprints drawn from many sources: additional reprints of readers’ papers are always welcome. The library has always greatly benefited from its close relationship with the BOU. For many years, all journals received in exchange for Ibis have been deposited in the library, as have most of the books sent for review, through the generosity of reviewers and publishers.In return, as a service to readers, this review section of Ibis is organized and edited by Michael G. Wilson and Professor Ben Sheldon of the Edward Grey Institute, with the help of a panel of contributors. They are always grateful for offers of further assistance with reviewing, especially with foreign‐language titles.Books for review: publishers are kindly asked to send two copies of each title to Ibis Book Reviews, Alexander Library, EGI, Dept of Zoology, Tinbergen Building, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PS, UK.This book review section is supported by Subbuteo Natural History Books. Subbuteo are an international mail‐order book company stocking over 2000 titles covering all natural and environmental sciences. They can also source titles from around the world. Titles reviewed in Ibis can be ordered from Subbuteo and payment can be made by credit card or cheques in £/$. Postage, packing and insurance is £1.99 per order. International postage is charged at cost; please contact Subbuteo for a quote. Subbuteo Natural History Books Ref. 0252, The Rea, Upton Magna, Shrewsbury SY4 4UR, UK. Tel: +44 (0)870 010 9700 Fax: +44 (0)870 010 9699 Email: imfo@wildlifebooks.co.uk Website: http://www.wildlifebooks.com

Parasitism, climate oscillations and the structure of natural communities

OikosVolume 97, Issue 3 p. 462-468 Parasitism, climate oscillations and the structure of natural communities Kim N. Mouritsen, Kim N. MouritsenSearch for more papers by this authorRobert Poulin, Robert PoulinSearch for more papers by this author Kim N. Mouritsen, Kim N. MouritsenSearch for more papers by this authorRobert Poulin, Robert PoulinSearch for more papers by this author First published: 26 July 2002 https://doi.org/10.1034/j.1600-0706.2002.970318.xCitations: 71 Kim N. Mouritsen and Robert Poulin, Dept of Zoology, Univ. of Otago, P.O. Box 56, Dunedin, New Zealand (kim.mouritsen@stonebow.otago.ac.nz). Read the full textAboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinked InRedditWechat Citing Literature Volume97, Issue3June 2002Pages 462-468 RelatedInformation

Mapping the distribution of all terrestrial vertebrates

Information regarding the range of vertebrate species is routinely required by conservation planners and research scientists. But, until recently, even this seemingly basic information was difficult to track down. To fill this gap, a group of over 20 internationally prominent biologists has joined forces to launch the compilation of data defining the distribution of all 25 000 land vertebrates through a public web portal (http://www.nceas.ucsb.edu/vertdist). The beneficiaries of this undertaking are science-based conservation organizations, museums and ecologists or biogeographers who examine biological patterns at large scales. Researchers have set an ambitious schedule for this data-mining and synthesizing collaboration, with a target first-cut completion date of 2003.The project was initiated by Walter Jetz (Dept of Zoology, University of Oxford, UK) and Tom Brooks and Gustavo Fonseca (Center for Applied Biodiversity Science, Conservation International). One key to this project is an emphasis on careful attention to proper source referencing and credit of data providers. In this age of genome mapping, it is embarrassing that we have only now begun such an effort, and only for terrestrial vertebrates. Let us hope that similar efforts will follow for plants, invertebrates and aquatic vertebrates. PK

Interactions between Larval Salamanders: A Case of Competitive Equality

We used a replicated field experiment to determine the relative intensity of intraspecific and interspecific competition between larvae of Siren intermedia and Notophthalmus viridescens. These two salamanders possess markedly different morphologies and life histories and belong to distantly related salamander families, but feed on similar prey. Each species was raised in artificial ponds, alone at either low density (3 larvae per pond, 1.95 m-2) or high density (6 larvae per pond, 3.90 m-2) or together in a 3:3 ratio for a combined density of 6 larvae per pond. These 5 treatments were each replicated 4 times in a total of 20 ponds. The experimental design allowed us to explicitly compare the relative intensities of intra- and interspecific competition under realistic conditions. Competition affected different components of fitness in each species. Both intraspecific and interspecific competition caused a decline in survival of Notophthalmus, but had no detectable effect on body size or length of larval period. Negative densitydependent mortality may regulate Notophthalmus populations in the larval stage of their complex life cycle. Intraspecific competition caused a decline in both the survival and growth of larval Siren, but interspecific competition caused only growth to decline. Decreased growth rates may increase the vulnerability of larval Siren to desiccation and to predation. We found no evidence to reject the null hypothesis that larvae of these two species are equal competitors at the densities we employed. Our results indicate that, despite dissimilarities in life history and morphology, and a distant phylogenetic relationship, larval Siren and larval Notophthalmus compete as equals. J.E. Fauth, W.J. Resetarits, Jr. and H.M. Wilbur, Dept of Zoology, Duke Univ., Durham, NC 27706, USA.

Differences in Predation Pressure in Relation to Habitat Fragmentation: An Experiment

Lindstrom, E. and Widen, P. 1985. Differences in pre- dation pressure in relation to habitat fragmentation: an experiment. -Oikos 45: 273- 277. In the holarctic zone many medium-sized herbivores exhibit cyclic fluctuations, which generally disappear towards the south. In Fennoscandia, cycles in abundance of te- traonid birds are found within the boreal zone but not south of it. The hypothesis that disappearance of cycles towards the south is due to increased predation pressure, pre- dicts a gradient in predation pressure in Sweden across the border between the boreal zone and the boreo-nemoral zone. This was tested using dummy nests to measure predation pressure. As predicted, we found higher predation rate south of the border and lower predation rate north of it. The rate of predation on experimental dummy nests was correlated with the abundance of corvid birds, which in turn was positively related to the proportion of agricultural land, human density and to the degree of fragmentation of forests. H. Andre'n, P. Angelstam, E. Lindstrom and P. Wide'n, Grimso Wildlife Research Sta- tion, S-770 31 Riddarhyttan, and Dept of Zoology, Univ. of Uppsala, Box 561, S-751

Interactions between ciguatoxin and local anethetics on the guinea-pig left atria: By R.J. Lewis. Dept of Zoology, University of Queensland, St. Lucia 4067, Queensland, Australia.

Interactions between ciguatoxin and local anethetics on the guinea-pig left atria: By R.J. Lewis. Dept of Zoology, University of Queensland, St. Lucia 4067, Queensland, Australia.

The effect of animal design on jumping performance

Previous workers have shown that the jumping performance of small animals is limited by power requirements, while that of large animals is limited by energy requirements. This is confirmed here, and the theory is extended to include animals that store energy, prior to a jump. Factors affecting jump range for animals of different sizes are discussed. For animals that store energy, a power amplification factor may be calculated, if the animal's range, mass and leg length are known. Alternatively, range may be predicted for an animal of known design. Animals that show a marked increase in jump range with an increase in body size are probably energy storers.SummaryThe range of large jumping animals will be limited by their ability to produce energy. In order to jump further, a large animal would need to give over a greater proportion of its body mass to jumping muscle. Small animals will be limited by their ability to produce power, but this problem can be overcome by increasing the relative length of the jumping legs or by introducing an energy storage system. Animals showing increased range with increased body size probably use energy storage systems.My thanks are due to Dr H. C. Bennet‐Clark and Dr J. F. lles for supervision of this work, to Professor T. R. E. Southwood for accommodation in the Dept of Zoology, Oxford, and to the SERC for financial support.

THE INCORPORATION OF H-CYTIDINE INTO SOME VISCERA AND SKELETAL MUSCLE OF YOUNG AND OLD MICE.

Journal Article The Incorporation of H3-Cytidine into Some Viscera and Skeletal Muscle of Young and Old Mice Get access Verner J. Wulff, Ph.D., Verner J. Wulff, Ph.D. Search for other works by this author on: Oxford Academic PubMed Google Scholar Henry Quastler, M.D., Henry Quastler, M.D. 2Deceased, July, 1963 Search for other works by this author on: Oxford Academic PubMed Google Scholar Frederick G. Sherman, Ph.D. Frederick G. Sherman, Ph.D. 3Masonic Medical Research LaboratoryUtica, New York; Brookhaven National LaboratoryUpton, Long Island, and Dept of Zoology, Syracuse UniversitySyracuse, New York Search for other works by this author on: Oxford Academic PubMed Google Scholar Journal of Gerontology, Volume 19, Issue 3, July 1964, Pages 294–300, https://doi.org/10.1093/geronj/19.3.294 Published: 01 July 1964