Development and Function of Invariant Natural Killer T Cells Producing TH2- and TH17-Cytokines

Four distinct subsets of invariant natural killer T (NKT) cells are shown to differentiate in the thymus, then migrate to peripheral tissues where they retain their phenotypic and functional characteristics

Macadamia Nuts in Hawaii: History and Production

The macadamia was introduced to Hawaii from Australia in the late 1800s. At the time of this document's publication, Hawaii was the world's largest producer of this crops. The authors' intention was to produce a thoroughly researched and documented history of the crop and assemble comprehensive information on its cultivation, processing, marketing, and economics

Trees and Shrubs for Windbreaks in Hawaii

Winds in Hawaii consist of the normal northeasterly trade winds and storm winds of greater velocity from various other directions. The publication listed numerous species, either tall upright trees for orchard and shelter belt use, shrubs for closer protection of field crops, or species tolerant of salt and wind for protecting shoreline landscapes. Some of the species included are no longer recommended because of their invasive nature

Guava (Psidium guajava L.) in Hawaii--History and Production

The authors believed that plantation production of guava in Hawaii for export of processed products had become a possibility. They reported on the history of the plant in Hawaii and presented an overview of its growth and management as an orchard crop