Research Keyword: China

Spatial Phylogenetics Reveals Endemism Hotspots and Conservation Priorities in Chinese Asteraceae

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This study examined over 1000 species of sunflower family plants (Asteraceae) across China using evolutionary relationships and geographic data. Researchers discovered three regions with exceptional plant diversity and unique evolutionary history deserving protection: the Tianshan-Altai Mountains in the northwest, the Hengduan Mountains in the southwest, and Taiwan Island. These areas preserve ancient plant lineages found nowhere else on Earth, making them conservation priorities.

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Application of the protection motivation theory in predicting wild mushroom consumption among university students in China

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Wild mushroom poisoning is a serious health problem in China, especially among young adults. This study found that university students are more likely to eat wild mushrooms if they see benefits (like enjoying a delicacy) and less likely if they feel confident they can refuse offers. Simply telling people about the dangers wasn’t very effective, so better solutions should focus on building confidence to say no and offering safe alternatives.

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