Upregulation of PD-1/PD-L1 and downregulation of immune signaling pathways lead to more severe visceral leishmaniasis in undernutrition mice
Leishmaniasis is mainly prevalent in tropical and subtropical developing countries, where chronic undernutrition often co-exists. Undernutrition is reported to promote the progression of leishmaniasis, but its... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - January 8, 2024 Category: Microbiology Authors: Jinlei He, Jianhui Zhang, Xuechun Liao, Yuying Xiao, Jiao Li, Zhiwan Zheng, Dali Chen and Jianping Chen Tags: Research Source Type: research
A novel detection method based on MIRA-CRISPR/Cas13a-LFD targeting the repeated DNA sequence of Trichomonas vaginalis
Trichomonas vaginalis is a protozoan parasite, widely recognized as the most prevalent non-viral sexually transmitted infection (STI) globally. This infection is linked to various complications, including pelvic ... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - January 8, 2024 Category: Microbiology Authors: Zhenke Yang, Jinghui Wang, Yiming Qi, Yiping Shi, Fakun Li, Weijuan Wang, Xiaowei Tian, Xuefang Mei, Zhenchao Zhang and Shuai Wang Tags: Research Source Type: research
Two protocols using fluralaner for Rhipicephalus microplus strategic control on taurine cattle in a tropical region
The present study aimed to evaluate the effects of different treatment strategies using a new commercial formulation containing pour-on fluralaner on Rhipicephalus microplus infestation in cattle and in pastures ... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - January 8, 2024 Category: Microbiology Authors: Lidia Mendes de Aquino, Dina Maria Beltran Zapa, Daniel de Castro Rodrigues, Tom Strydom, Siddhartha Torres, Lorena Lopes Ferreira, Francisco Barufi, Heitor Oliveira Arriero de Amaral, Fernando de Almeida de Borges, Tiago Gallina, Rafael Paranhos de Mendo Tags: Research Source Type: research
High-throughput detection of parasites and ova in stool using the fully automatic digital feces analyzer, orienter model fa280
Intestinal parasitic infections can harm health by causing malnutrition, anemia, impaired growth and cognitive development, and alterations in microbiota composition and immune responses. Therefore, it is cruc... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - January 7, 2024 Category: Microbiology Authors: Sudarat Boonyong, Saowalak Hunnangkul, Sirirat Vijit, Suphaluck Wattano, Parwin Tantayapirak, Sumas Loymek and Sirichit Wongkamchai Tags: Research Source Type: research
Western diet consumption by host vertebrate promotes altered gene expression on Aedes aegypti reducing its lifespan and increasing fertility following blood feeding
The high prevalence of metabolic syndrome in low- and middle-income countries is linked to an increase in Western diet consumption, characterized by a high intake of processed foods, which impacts the levels o... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - January 6, 2024 Category: Microbiology Authors: Alexandre Menezes, Marilia Peixoto, Melissa Silva, Emylle Costa-Bartuli, Cinara Lima Oliveira, Ana Beatriz Walter-Nuno, Nathan da Cruz Kistenmacker, Jessica Pereira, Isabela Ramos, Gabriela O. Paiva-Silva, Ge órgia C. Atella, Patricia Zancan, Mauro Sola- Tags: Research Source Type: research
Disentangling detrimental sand fly-mite interactions in a closed laboratory sand fly colony: implications for vector-borne disease studies and guidelines for overcoming severe mite infestations
Vector sand fly colonies are a critical component of studies aimed at improving the understanding of the neglected tropical disease leishmaniasis and alleviating its global impact. However, among laboratory-co... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - January 5, 2024 Category: Microbiology Authors: Chukwunonso O. Nzelu, Claudio Meneses, Christina Bowhay, Iliano V. Coutinho-Abreu, Emily Bennett, Somayeh Bahrami, Brian Bonilla, Shaden Kamhawi, Jesus G. Valenzuela and Nathan C. Peters Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research
Experimental hut and field evaluation of a metofluthrin-based spatial repellent against pyrethroid-resistant Anopheles funestus in Siaya County, western Kenya
Spatial repellents (SR) may complement current vector control tools and provide additional coverage when people are not under their bednets or are outdoors. Here we assessed the efficacy of a metofluthrin-base... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - January 4, 2024 Category: Microbiology Authors: Silas Agumba, Vincent Moshi, Margaret Muchoki, Seline Omondi, Jackline Kosgei, Edward D. Walker, Bernard Abong ’o, Nicole Achee, John Grieco and Eric Ochomo Tags: Research Source Type: research
The impact of pyrethroid-pyriproxyfen and pyrethroid-chlorfenapyr long-lasting insecticidal nets on density of primary malaria vectors Anopheles gambiae s.s. and Anopheles coluzzii in Benin: a secondary analysis of a cluster randomised controlled trial
Long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) may have different impacts on distinct mosquito vector species. We assessed the efficacy of pyrethroid-pyriproxyfen and pyrethroid-chlorfenapyr LLINs on the density of Anoph... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - January 4, 2024 Category: Microbiology Authors: Boulais Yovogan, Arthur Sovi, Armel Dj ènontin, Constantin J. Adoha, Bruno Akinro, Manfred Accrombessi, Edouard Dangbénon, Come Z. Koukpo, Zul-Kifl Affolabi, Prudenciène A. Agboho, Casimir Dossou Kpanou, Landry Assongba, Antoine Abel Missihoun, Tatché Tags: Research Source Type: research
Genomic surveillance of Anopheles mosquitoes on the Bijag ós Archipelago using custom targeted amplicon sequencing identifies mutations associated with insecticide resistance
Insecticide resistance is reducing the efficacy of vector control interventions, consequently threatening efforts to control vector-borne diseases, including malaria. Investigating the prevalence of molecular ... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - January 4, 2024 Category: Microbiology Authors: Sophie Moss, Elizabeth Pretorius, Sainey Ceesay, Harry Hutchins, Eunice Teixeira da Silva, Mamadou Ousmane Ndiath, Robert T. Jones, Hristina Vasileva, Jody Phelan, Holly Acford-Palmer, Emma Collins, Amabelia Rodrigues, Sanjeev Krishna, Taane G. Clark, Ann Tags: Research Source Type: research
Experimental genetic crosses in tsetse flies of the livestock pathogen Trypanosoma congolense savannah
In tropical Africa animal trypanosomiasis is a disease that has severe impacts on the health and productivity of livestock in tsetse fly-infested regions. Trypanosoma congolense savannah (TCS) is one of the main ... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - January 4, 2024 Category: Microbiology Authors: Lori Peacock, Chris Kay, Mick Bailey and Wendy Gibson Tags: Research Source Type: research
Microfluidic PCR and network analysis reveals complex tick-borne pathogen interactions in the tropics
Ixodid ticks, particularly Rhipicephalus sanguineus s.l., are important vectors of various disease-causing agents in dogs and humans in Cuba. However, our understading of interactions among tick-borne pathogens (... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - January 4, 2024 Category: Microbiology Authors: Cristian D íaz-Corona, Lisset Roblejo-Arias, Elianne Piloto-Sardiñas, Adrian A. Díaz-Sánchez, Angélique Foucault-Simonin, Clemence Galon, Alejandra Wu-Chuang, Lourdes Mateos-Hernández, Zbigniew Zając, Joanna Kulisz, Aneta Wozniak, María Karla Cast Tags: Research Source Type: research
Cross-species immunoprotective antigens (subolesin, ferritin 2 and P0) provide protection against Rhipicephalus sanguineus sensu lato
Tick control is mostly hampered by the rise of acaricide-resistant tick populations. Significant efforts have focused on developing alternative control methods, including cross-species protective and/or cockta... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - January 3, 2024 Category: Microbiology Authors: Ismail Zeb, Lu ís Fernando Parizi, Muhammad Israr, Itabajara da Silva Vaz Jr and Abid Ali Tags: Research Source Type: research
Ectoparasites of European hedgehogs (Erinaceus europaeus) in Germany and their health impact
The European hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) is known for high levels of ectoparasitism that not only represents a health risk for the animals themselves, but also for pet animals and humans as hedgehogs are frequ... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - January 2, 2024 Category: Microbiology Authors: Karolin Sch ütte, Andrea Springer, Florian Brandes, Maximilian Reuschel, Michael Fehr and Christina Strube Tags: Research Source Type: research
The diverse functions of Mu-class Glutathione S-transferase HrGSTm1 during the development of Hyalomma rufipes with a focus on the detoxification metabolism of cyhalothrin
Glutathione S-transferases (GSTs) are a superfamily of multifunctional enzymes in living organisms with metabolic and detoxification functions, which can detoxify exogenous and endogenous compounds and thereby... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - January 2, 2024 Category: Microbiology Authors: Meichen Zhao, Zhihua Gao, Xin Ji, Kuang Wang, Songbo Zhang, Yanqing Shi, Xuecheng Song, Zhijun Yu and Xiaolong Yang Tags: Research Source Type: research
Identification of Trichinella taxa by ITS-1 amplicon next-generation sequencing with an improved resolution for detecting underrepresented genotypes in mixed natural infections
Amplicon-based next-generation sequencing (NGS) has rapidly gained popularity as a powerful method for delineating taxa in complex communities, including helminths. Here, we applied this approach to identify s... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 21, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Vladislav A. Lobanov, Kelly A. Konecsni, W. Brad Scandrett and Emily J. Jenkins Tags: Research Source Type: research
