The genome sequence of the white-backed marble, Hedya salicella (Linnaeus, 1758)

We present a genome assembly from an individual male Hedya salicella (the White-backed Marble; Arthropoda; Insecta; Lepidoptera; Tortricidae). The genome sequence is 742.3 megabases in span. Most of the assembly is scaffolded into 25 chromosomal pseudomolecules, including the Z sex chromosome. The mitochondrial genome has also been assembled and is 16.3 kilobases in length. Gene annotation of this assembly on Ensembl identified 11,961 protein coding genes

The genome sequence of the lesser swallow prominent, Pheosia gnoma (Fabricius, 1777)

We present a genome assembly from an individual male Pheosia gnoma (the Lesser Swallow Prominent; Arthropoda; Insecta; Lepidoptera; Notodontidae). The genome sequence is 271.3 megabases in span. Most of the assembly is scaffolded into 31 chromosomal pseudomolecules, including the Z sex chromosome. The mitochondrial genome has also been assembled and is 17.0 kilobases in length. Gene annotation of this assembly on Ensembl identified 11,628 protein coding genes

Supporting socioemotional wellbeing in young people with language and literacy difficulties: A protocol for a scoping review of interventions

Objective: The objective of this scoping review is to map the nature and range of interventions that aim to support socioemotional wellbeing among young people (age 5 – 24 years) experiencing language and literacy difficulties. Introduction: Children and adolescents with language and literacy difficulties are at elevated risk of mental health concerns compared to their peers. A body of research demonstrates the effectiveness of programs to support socioemotional wellbeing among typically developing young people. However, given the reliance on language-based skills to access ‘talking therapies’ (e.g., Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), it is likely that interventions suited to the general population may be inaccessible for young people with language and literacy difficulties. As such, this scoping review aims to map the range of evidence in relation to interventions that support socioemotional wellbeing in young people with language and literacy difficulties. The review aims to identify gaps in the literature and guide future research. Inclusion criteria: Studies will be included if they meet the following criteria: 1) The study includes participants aged five to 24 years with a diagnosed (or suspected diagnosis of) neurodevelopmental disorder impacting spoken and/or written language, and 2) the study reports on an intervention that targets (either directly or indirectly) the socioemotional wellbeing of those young people. Studies focusing on young people with acquired language or literacy difficulties will be excluded. This is because the nature of communication and/or socioemotional challenges among people with acquired conditions, and their subsequent needs for intervention, are likely to differ from those of young people experiencing language and literacy disorders that are developmental in nature. Methods: A scoping review following the JBI guidelines will be conducted in March 2024 using search terms in English. The following databases will be searched: MEDLINE (Ovid), PsychInfo, CINAHL, Scopus, and ProQuest Central. Peer reviewed journal articles (primary studies) and dissertations/theses will be included. Using the Covidence platform, all references will be imported for review. Two independent reviewers will screen the identified studies in accordance with the eligibility criteria in two stages: 1) title and abstract screening, and 2) full text review. Any discrepancies in agreement will be resolved through discussion between the two reviewers, with a third reviewer to aid decision-making as needed. Data will be extracted from the included articles by two independent reviewers. Results & Conclusions: The findings will be presented as a narrative summary. The scoping review findings will provide readers with an overview of studies that have explored interventions for socioemotional wellbeing among young people with language and literacy difficulties. Gaps in the existing evidence base will be identified and findings will guide future research. The scoping review findings will be disseminated via peer-reviewed journal publication, plain language summaries, and presentation at conferences relevant to neurodevelopmental disorders and/or mental health in young people

Assessing the impact of diagnosis and the related supportive care needs in patients with cutaneous melanoma

PURPOSE: Despite the large number of people affected by melanoma, little is known about the specific needs of melanoma patients. Understanding the effects of melanoma diagnosis and the specific supportive care needs of this group of patients is a necessary step towards provision of effective psychosocial care. METHODS: Semi-structured interviews were carried out with 15 patients with malignant melanoma of the skin. The sample size, which was purposive, included 8 females and 7 males from 27 to 78 years old. Data were analysed using the NVIVO 8 software and principles of thematic analysis. RESULTS: Four major areas were identified: (a) Emotional effects due to body image, fear of the sun and uncertainty for the future; (b) Effects on Relationships, with some patients in need of more support than others from family and work colleagues; (c) Functional effects due to on-going symptoms such as pain and lymphedema; and (d) Health System and Information Needs, around the clarity, quality and timing of the information received from the health care professionals. CONCLUSIONS: The findings suggest that we often fail to pick up melanoma patients' health and psychosocial needs and fail to refer them appropriately, rather than the services not being available. Interventions should focus on patient and carer education about melanoma and sun protection, psychosocial support and effective information giving. Patient-reported outcome measures should routinely be collected to identify issues of specific concerns to the patients and directing them to the right services based on their individual needs