NORMAL-MODE FUNCTION REPRESENTATION OF GLOBAL 3-D DATA SETS: OPEN-ACCESS SOFTWARE FOR THE ATMOSPHERIC RESEARCH COMMUNITY

Normal-mode function representation of global 3-D data sets: open-access software for the atmospheric research community

This article presents new software for the analysis of global dynamical fields in (re)analyses, weather forecasts and climate models.A new diagnostic tool, developed within the MODES project, allows one to diagnose properties of balanced and inertio-gravity (IG) circulations across many scales.In particular, the IG spectrum, which has only recently

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Integrated taxonomy, biology and biogeography of the Afrotropical genus Xyloctonus (Coleoptera, Curculionidae, Scolytinae)

The peculiar Afrotropical bark beetle genus Xyloctonus Eichhoff, 1872 is revised and its biology described.Several unusual morphological features reflect adaptations to predator avoidance as they are highly exposed during mating Mucuna externally on tree trunks and branches.Observations invariably indicate that males and females abandon the nest un

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The role of information and communication technologies in the delivery of health services in rural communities: Experiences from Malawi

Background: In recent years, Africa has experienced a boom in information and communication technologies (ICTs).These ICTs have been hailed by the health sector as impetus for heath service delivery in rural areas.In this regard, stakeholders in the health sector have made attempts to reinforce frontline health workers with technological tools.Alth

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