Publications by authors named "F Barrie"
In Sierra Leone, physicians face a high risk of burnout due to systemic challenges, with studies suggesting a gap in recognizing and addressing this condition. We explored public-sector physicians' experiences and perceptions of the organizational structures and characteristics needed to help them thrive in a resource-limited practice setting. We conducted in-depth, semi-structured interviews with 24 public sector physicians across Western Area Urban (Freetown), Bo, Kono, and Kambia districts in Sierra Leone.
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- Priority effects, influenced by arrival order and initial species abundance, can significantly alter ecological communities, leading to different states within those communities.
- Researchers discovered that nectar pH is a key factor affecting interactions among microbes, plants, and pollinators, with bacteria and yeasts dominating flower nectar at different pH levels, creating alternative stable states.
- Laboratory and field experiments highlighted how the prevalent bacterium negatively impacts yeast by lowering nectar pH, which can reduce hummingbird nectar consumption and potentially affect plant reproduction.
Background: Ebola virus emerged in West Africa in December 2013. The ease of mobility, porous borders, and lack of public health infrastructure led to the largest Ebola virus disease (EVD) outbreak to date.
Intervention: The 2013 EVD outbreak signalled the need for laboratory diagnostic capabilities in areas without strong public health systems.
The Nomenclature Section held just before the 18th International Botanical Congress in Melbourne, Australia in July 2011 saw sweeping changes to the way scientists name new plants, algae, and fungi. The changes begin on the cover: the title was broadened to make explicit that the Code applies not only to plants, but also to algae and fungi. The new title will now be the International Code of Nomenclature of algae, fungi, and plants.
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