Publications by authors named "S McTaggart"

Alopecurus aequalis is a winter annual or short-lived perennial bunchgrass which has in recent years emerged as the dominant agricultural weed of barley and wheat in certain regions of China and Japan, causing significant yield losses. Its robust tillering capacity and high fecundity, combined with the development of both target and non-target-site resistance to herbicides means it is a formidable challenge to food security. Here we report on a chromosome-scale assembly of A.

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Introduction: Inequitable access to health care based on demographic factors such as ethnicity, socioeconomic status and geographical location has been consistently found in children with chronic kidney disease (CKD). However, little is known about the perspectives of caregivers on accessing health care. We described caregivers' perspectives on accessing health care for children with CKD from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds and/or rural or remote areas.

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  • The European Reference Genome Atlas (ERGA) consortium seeks to create a comprehensive reference genome catalogue for all eukaryotic species in Europe, utilizing a collaborative network for sample collection.
  • The ERGA Pilot project highlights the consortium's capabilities by establishing the Sampling and Sample Processing committee (SSP), which focuses on setting standards, prioritizing species for genome sequencing, and developing collection guidelines.
  • The manuscript shares insights on implementing standardized procedures and best practices, showcasing the importance of FAIR and CARE principles in enhancing genomic resource support and workflow efficiency.
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We present a reference genome assembly from an individual male Violet Carpenter Bee (Xylocopa violacea, Linnaeus 1758). The assembly is 1.02 gigabases in span.

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Unsettled infant behaviours are highly prevalent in the postnatal period and constitute a significant proportion of visits to healthcare services. Unsettled infant behaviours can be highly distressing for parents and are identified as a significant risk factor for postnatal depression. Understanding parents' experiences is paramount to reducing the gap between consumer expectations and service delivery.

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