Economics and cost effectiveness of a rain garden for flood-resistant urban design by D. Rinchumphu, N. Suriyanon, N. Phichetkunbodee, S. Munlikawong, C. Wanitchayapaisit, S. Sitthikankun

“…Furthermore, as many countries in the Global South experience a tropical climate, design guidelines developed in the temperate Global North may not be directly transferable. …”
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Effect of extracted phycocyanin by-products as a synbiotic supplement on the production performance and intestinal morphology of broilers by Kannikar Hamprakorn, Buaream Maneewan, Wantamas Jantasin, Mohd Nizam Lani, Tossapol Moonmanee, Julakorn Panatuk

“…Additionally, synbiotic supplementation significantly enhanced intestinal health by improving the villi height and surface area in the duodenum and jejunum, highlighting its potential benefits for broiler intestinal morphology and meat quality in tropical climates. Further research is recommended to explore the mechanisms underlying these effects and their implications for long-term poultry health and productivity.…”
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Toward an integrated pantropical ocean observing system by Gregory R. Foltz, Yassir A. Eddebbar, Janet Sprintall, Antonietta Capotondi, Antonietta Capotondi, Sophie Cravatte, Sophie Cravatte, Peter Brandt, Peter Brandt, Adrienne J. Sutton, Tamaryn Morris, Juliet Hermes, Juliet Hermes, Clive R. McMahon, Michael J. McPhaden, Lev B. Looney, Lev B. Looney, Lev B. Looney, Franz Philip Tuchen, Franz Philip Tuchen, Mathew Koll Roxy, Fan Wang, Fei Chai, Regina R. Rodrigues, Belen Rodriguez-Fonseca, Belen Rodriguez-Fonseca, Aneesh C. Subramanian, Marcus Dengler, Cheyenne Stienbarger, Kathleen Bailey, Weidong Yu

“…The tropical ocean observing system in particular has been developed over decades, motivated in large part by the far-reaching and complex global impacts of tropical climate variability and change. However, changes in observing needs and priorities, new challenges associated with climate change, and advances in observing technologies demand periodic evaluations to ensure that stakeholders’ needs are met. …”
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Comprehensive Analysis of Solar Photovoltaic System Defects and Inspection Techniques in Tropical Environments Using Thermal UAV: Study Case in Marang, Terengganu by Muhmad Kamarulzaman Aisyah Marliza, Wan Mohd Jaafar Wan Shafrina, Abu Bakar Nurul Asyiqin, Chew Kelvin, Khairi Anuar Nazarul Ikram, Anuar Alif Izzuddin, Mat Som Ahmad Fikrie, Mohamad Zamri Sofiah, Hafiz Zainorzuli Muhammad Zahirul

“…Solar power plays a key role in sustainable energy development. However, tropical climates pose challenges such as high temperatures and humidity, requiring a deep understanding of PV system defects. …”
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A Beginner's Guide to Begonias: Begonia rex-cultorum by Julian Ginori, Heqiang Huo, Dave Norman

“…Rex begonias are well suited for hanging baskets, windowsills, or houseplants. In more tropical climates, like Florida, rex begonias can also be found adding vibrant foliage and dimension to landscapes. …”
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Synergistic impact of temperature and pore saturation on corrosion in carbonated reinforced concrete by Li Soon Wan, Mayuko Hirata, Toshinori Oyamoto, Tetsushi Kanda, Kang Hai Tan

“…Current durability assessment tends to overestimate the service life of carbonated RC structures in tropical climates due to incomplete understanding of these combined effects. …”
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The Emerging Passion Fruit Industry in Florida by Ellen Garcia, Ali Sarkhosh, Tie Liu

“…Passion fruit can potentially be of high economic value for Florida because of its suitability for tropical climates and its nutrient density, which has great benefits for human health. …”
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Les types de climats annuels au Brésil : une application de la classification de Köppen de 1961 à 2015 by Vincent Dubreuil, Karime Pechutti Fante, Olivier Planchon, João Lima Sant'anna Neto

“…This approach allows us to propose a detailed study of the transitions between the tropical climates types (mainly Aw, Am and Af) and those of the south, subtropical and temperate (Cwa and Cfa in particular) and discuss these climatic limits.…”
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Os tipos de climas anuais no Brasil : uma aplicação da classificação de Köppen de 1961 a 2015 by Vincent Dubreuil, Karime Pechutti Fante, Olivier Planchon, João Lima Sant'anna Neto

“…This approach allows us to propose a detailed study of the transitions between the tropical climates types (mainly Aw, Am and Af) and those of the south, subtropical and temperate (Cwa and Cfa in particular) and discuss these climatic limits.…”
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Spironucleus Infestations (Spironucleosis) in Freshwater Aquarium Fish by Ruth Francis-Floyd, Roy P. E. Yanong

“…Found in cold, temperate, and tropical climates, Spironucleus species can infect a variety of freshwater and marine ornamental and food fish, as well as crustaceans and shellfish. …”
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Spironucleus Infestations (Spironucleosis) in Freshwater Aquarium Fish by Ruth Francis-Floyd, Roy P. E. Yanong

“…Found in cold, temperate, and tropical climates, Spironucleus species can infect a variety of freshwater and marine ornamental and food fish, as well as crustaceans and shellfish. …”
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Enhancing cognitive performance through thermal comfort: Insights from classroom renovation at Diponegoro University by Purwaningsih Ratna, Varina Eka Lailita Eti, Mahachandra Manik, Putri Ade Aisyah Arifna, Susanto Novie

“…This study demonstrates how renovations can contribute to sustainable building practices, offering both immediate educational benefits and reductions in energy consumption, particularly in tropical climates.…”
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Physical and Tensile Properties of Handmade Sida rhombifolia Paper by P. W. Huisken Mejouyo, E. Dydimus Nkemaja, O. R. Beching, N. R. Sikame Tagne, T. Kana’a, E. Njeugna

“…Sida rhombifolia plant is a seasonal plant that grows in the equatorial and tropical climates. The studies carried out on this SRP were aimed at investigating the methods required for the production of handmade paper from SRP plant and also at determining the tensile strength. …”
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Effect of storage temperature with vacuum packaging on physicochemical stability of Ulva ohnoi by Wiraz Wicaksana Azwar Naval, Ramadhan Wahyu, Dyah Hardiningtyas Safrina, Fariz Pari Rizfi, Uju

“…Ulva undergoes rapid color deterioration in tropical climates, indicating pigment degradation and quality loss. …”
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Assessment of the sedimentation and trapping efficiency in dam reservoirs by applying the settling basin framework by Bérenger Koffi, Koffi Eugène Kouakou, Alexis Loukou Brou, Martin Sanchez, Ouédé Gla Blaise, Brice Wawogninlin Coulibaly, Franck Hervé Akaffou, Michal Habel, Amani Michel Kouassi, Dibi Brou, Kouakou Lazare Kouassi

“…Study focus: Dam reservoirs in tropical climates face rapid siltation and eutrophication challenges, necessitating new analytical solutions to understand their capacity to trap sediment inputs. …”
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Unveiling the Genetic Diversity and Demographic History of <i>Coffea stenophylla</i> in Sierra Leone Using Genotyping-By-Sequencing by Paul M. Lahai, Peter O. Aikpokpodion, Alieu Mohamed Bah, Mohamed T. Lahai, Lyndel W. Meinhardt, Seunghyun Lim, Ezekiel Ahn, Dapeng Zhang, Sunchung Park

“…<i>Coffea stenophylla</i> is a rare Coffea species boasting a flavor profile comparable to Arabica coffee (<i>Coffea arabica</i>) and has a good adaptability to lowland tropical climates. This species faces increasing threats from climate change, deforestation, and habitat fragmentation in its West African homeland. …”
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Assessing properties of solar-dried banana with white chocolate coating by Warsiki Endang, Hanniyah Chairunnisah Putri, Suparno Ono, Taksaudom Nuraemon, Rardniyom Chananpat

“…These modifications proved proper components to stabilize the coating under high temperatures, making it suitable for tropical climates. Further research is needed to produce a heat-resistant white chocolate coating, ensuring it maintains its integrity and desirable properties during storage and transportation in hot conditions. …”
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Impact of Long-Term Forest Enrichment Planting on the Biological Status of Soil in a Deforested Dipterocarp Forest in Perak, Malaysia by D. S. Karam, A. Arifin, O. Radziah, J. Shamshuddin, N. M. Majid, A. H. Hazandy, I. Zahari, A. H. Nor Halizah, T. X. Rui

“…Deforestation leads to the deterioration of soil fertility which occurs rapidly under tropical climates. Forest rehabilitation is one of the approaches to restore soil fertility and increase the productivity of degraded areas. …”
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INONDATIONS TORRENTIELLES EN ZONES MONTAGNEUSES AFFÉRENTES AU GOLFE DU MEXIQUE by JEAN-NOËL SALOMON

“…However, certain catastrophic floods were not covered by the media, e.g. the ETCE (Extreme Tropical Climatic Events). Twoexamples are illustrative in this respect: the Panama and Tabasco (Mexico) events (November 2006 and November 2007, respectively). …”
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Allium cepa Bio Assay to Assess the Water and Sediment Cytogenotoxicity in a Tropical Stream Subjected to Multiple Point and Nonpoint Source Pollutants by W. M. Dimuthu Nilmini Wijeyaratne, L. G. Y. J. G. Wadasinghe

“…Therefore, it is of extreme importance to identify the composition and speciation of these cytogenotoxic compounds in the tropical climatic conditions and to propose possible clean-up or treatment solutions to overcome this environmental and public health risk associated problem.…”
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