Multi-organ segmentation from whole-body computed tomography (CT) scans has gained increasing research interest over recent years.While the learning-based segmentation algorithm has lately achieved tremendous success, the need for detailed annotation of multiple organs further increases the manual burden.With a limited number of annotated volumetri
Co-Infection of Tobacco Rattle and Cycas Necrotic Stunt Viruses in Paeonia lactiflora: Detection Strategies, Potential Origins of Infection, and Implications for Paeonia Germplasm Conservation
Increasing reports of tobacco rattle virus (TRV) and cycas necrotic stunt virus (CNSV) in herbaceous Paeonia worldwide highlight the importance of conserving the genetic resources of this economically important ornamental and medicinal crop.The unknown origin(s) of infection, differential susceptibility of peony cultivars to these viruses, and elus
The Story of Elaeagia Resin (Mopa-Mopa), So Far
The unusual resin from some species of Elaeagia, a genus now found in certain parts of Central America and South America, was probably first utilized by native peoples in Colombia more than a thousand years ago.It became a crucial part of often elaborately Pediatric Wheelchair decorated objects made in the southwestern city of Pasto in the colonial