Publications by authors named "W W Atherton"

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  • The study investigates the genetic diversity of the mosquito species Culex annulirostris, a significant arbovirus vector in Australasia, confirming it comprises at least two distinct species based on mitochondrial and nuclear DNA analyses.
  • Researchers developed 12 microsatellite markers and studied over 500 individuals to assess population genetics across Australia, Papua New Guinea, and the Solomon Archipelago.
  • Findings reveal two main genetically distinct populations of Cx. annulirostris in mainland Australia, with potential admixture in certain regions, highlighting the species' complex population structure and geographical distribution.
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Individuals with speech, language, and communication disorders often present with psychosocial concerns that span the physiological, intrapersonal, and interpersonal domains of functioning. Despite this fact, the provision of counseling service by speech-language pathologist (SLP) that directly addresses clients' psychosocial needs is sparse. Research shows the primary counseling strategy used by therapists is psychoeducation, failing to effectively address the psychosocial concerns.

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Introduction: Idiopathic congenital talipes equinovarus (CTEV) is the most common congenital limb deformity. Non-operative intervention using the Ponseti method has shown to be superior to soft tissue release and has become the gold standard for first-line treatment. However, numerous deviations from the Ponseti protocol are still reported following incomplete correction or deformity relapse.

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This paper investigates the possibility of applying novel microwave sensors for crack detection in reinforced concrete structures. Initially, a microstrip patch antenna with a split ring resonator (SRR) structure was designed, simulated and fabricated. To evaluate the sensor's performance, a series of structural tests were carried out and the sensor responses were monitored.

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Municipal solid waste (MSW) management remains a challenge in developing countries due to increasing waste generation, high costs associated with waste management and the structure of the containment systems implemented. This study analyses the classification of landfilling systems by using documented cases reported mainly in publications in waste management in relation to non-engineered landfilling systems/approved dumpsites in Sub Saharan African (SSA) countries from 2000 to 2018. The work identifies an existing system for the classification of landfill sites and utilises this system to determine the situation of landfill sites in SSA countries.

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