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physics.ao-ph2016★ 24 cited
Reductions in Depth-integrated Picophytoplanktonic Photosynthesis Due to Inhibition by Ultraviolet and Photosynthetically Available Radiation: Global Predictions for and
Patrick J. Neale, Brian C. Thomas
Phytoplankton photosynthesis in most natural waters is often inhibited by ultraviolet (UV) and intense photosynthetically available radiation (PAR) but the effects on ocean product…
astro-ph.EP2015★ 31 cited
Solar irradiance changes and photobiological effects at Earth's surface following astrophysical ionizing radiation events
Brian C. Thomas, Patrick J. Neale, Brock R. Snyder
Astrophysical ionizing radiation events have been recognized as a potential threat to life on Earth, primarily through depletion of stratospheric ozone and subsequent increase in s…