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Field-Based Thermal Physiology Assay: Cold Shock Recovery under Ambient Conditions
Published on: March 9, 2021
Applying the heat to research techniques for species conservation
Clive R McMahon1, Corey J A Bradshaw, Graeme C Hays
1Institute of Environmental Sustainability, School of Biological Sciences, University of Wales Swansea, Singleton Park, Swansea SA2 8PP, United Kingdom. clive.mcmahon@cdu.edu.au
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