csi-miR-96-5p delivered by Clonorchis sinensis extracellular vesicles promotes intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma proliferation and migration via the ferroptosis-related PTEN/SLC7A11/GPX4 axis
Clonorchis sinensis (CS) is classified as a group 1 carcinogen and can cause intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (ICC). CS extracellular vesicles (CsEVs) play important roles in mediating communication between parasi... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 20, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Li-Jia Wen, Ji-Gang Yin, Yong-Xin Wang, Kai Liu and Ji-Xue Zhao Tags: Research Source Type: research
Pre-treatment of canine plasma with heat, rather than acid, efficiently enhances Dirofilaria immitis antigen detection
The dissociation of antigen-antibody complexes has been utilized to enhance the accuracy of serological tests for infectious diseases, including Dirofilaria immitis. Currently, the antigen detected by available t... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 19, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Daniel Felipe Barrantes Murillo and Chengming Wang Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research
First report of kdr mutations in the voltage-gated sodium channel gene in the arbovirus vector, Aedes aegypti, from Nouakchott, Mauritania
Since 2014, dengue epidemics have occurred almost annually in Nouakchott, the capital city of Mauritania, coinciding with the recent establishment of Aedes aegypti, the primary vector of dengue, in the city. Anop... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 19, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Mohamed Aly Ould Lemrabott, S ébastien Briolant, Nicolas Gomez, Leonardo Basco and Ali Ould Mohamed Salem Boukhary Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research
Genetic diversity of Toxoplasma gondii in South America: occurrence, immunity, and fate of infection
Toxoplasma gondii is an intracellular parasite with a worldwide distribution. Toxoplasma gondii infections are of great concern for public health, and their impact is usually most severe in pregnant women and the... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 19, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Ramayana Morais de Medeiros Brito, Gabriella de Lima Bessa, Alexandre Lazoski Bastilho, Filipe Dantas-Torres, Valter Ferreira de Andrade-Neto, Lilian Lacerda Bueno, Ricardo Toshio Fujiwara and Luisa M. D. Magalh ães Tags: Review Source Type: research
Toxocara canis-induced changes in host intestinal microbial communities
Toxocara canis is a roundworm that resides in the gastrointestinal tract of dogs and causes various pathological changes. The dog ’s intestinal system consists of a diverse and dynamic bacterial community that has... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 19, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Soben Sieng, Ping Chen, Na Wang, Jing-Yun Xu and Qian Han Tags: Research Source Type: research
Performance evaluation of protocols for Taenia saginata and Ascaris suum egg recovery from the house fly ’s gastrointestinal tract and exoskeleton
The synanthropic house fly (Musca domestica) can potentially contribute to the mechanical spread of eggs of Taenia and Ascaris spp. in the environment and between hosts. However, the absence of validated protocol... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 18, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Sophie De Bock, Luc Duchateau, Bruno Levecke and Sarah Gabri ël Tags: Research Source Type: research
Comparative proteomic analysis of wall-forming bodies and oocyst wall reveals the molecular basis underlying oocyst wall formation in Eimeria necatrix
The durable oocyst wall formed from the contents of wall-forming bodies (WFBs) protects Eimeria parasites from harsh conditions and enhances parasite transmission. Comprehending the contents of WFBs and proteins ... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 18, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Lele Wang, Dandan Liu, Yu Zhu, Feiyan Wang, Weimin Cai, Qianqian Feng, Shijie Su, Zhaofeng Hou, Jinjun Xu, Junjie Hu and Jianping Tao Tags: Research Source Type: research
Validation of Oxford nanopore sequencing for improved New World Leishmania species identification via analysis of 70-kDA heat shock protein
Leishmaniasis is a parasitic disease caused by obligate intracellular protozoa of the genus Leishmania. This infection is characterized by a wide range of clinical manifestations, with symptoms greatly dependent ... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 18, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Luz Helena Pati ño, Nathalia Ballesteros, Marina Muñoz, Jesús Jaimes, Adriana C. Castillo-Castañeda, Roy Madigan, Alberto Paniz-Mondolfi and Juan David Ramírez Tags: Research Source Type: research
First report of cutaneous leishmaniasis caused by Leishmania donovani in Ethiopia
Leishmaniasis is a common neglected tropical disease in Ethiopia. Visceral leishmaniasis (VL) caused by Leishmania donovani presents in the lowlands, while cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) affects people living in th... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 16, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Gashaw Azanaw Amare, Gebeyaw Getnet Mekonnen, Mekibib Kassa, Ayenew Addisu, Desalegn Adane Kendie, Banchamlak Tegegne, Adugna Abera, Dagimawie Tadesse, Seid Getahun, Yenesew Mihret Wondmagegn, Behailu Merdekios, Mezgebu Silamsaw Asres, Johan van Griensven Tags: Research Source Type: research
Publisher Correction: Genetic profiles of Schistosoma haematobium parasites from Malian transmission hotspot areas
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Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 15, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Privat Agniwo, J érôme Boissier, Bakary Sidibé, Laurent Dembélé, Assitan Diakité, Doumbo Safiatou Niaré, Ahristode Akplogan, Hassim Guindo, Manon Blin, Sarah Dametto, Moudachirou Ibikounlé, Thomas Spangenberg and Abdoulaye Dabo Tags: Publisher Correction Source Type: research
A dual-antigen malaria vaccine targeting Pb22 and Pbg37 was able to induce robust transmission-blocking activity
Despite years of effort to develop an effective vaccine against malaria infection, a vaccine that provides individuals with sufficient protection against malaria illness and death in endemic areas is not yet a... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 14, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Wenyan Gao, Yue Qiu, Liying Zhu, Xinxin Yu, Fan Yang, Muyan Chen, Gang He, Yinjie Liu, Liwang Cui, Fei Liu, Xiaotong Zhu and Yaming Cao Tags: Research Source Type: research
Exploring the immune interactions between Oncomelania hupensis and Schistosoma japonicum, with a cross-comparison of immunological research progress in other intermediate host snails
Schistosomiasis, the second largest parasitic disease in the world after malaria, poses a significant threat to human health and causes public health issues. The disease primarily affects populations in econom... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 13, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Hongyu Li, Yihan Chen, Yunhuan Zhu, Yilu Feng, Yuncheng Qian, Xiaoyu Ye, Jiatong Xu, Hanyu Yang, Jiawei Yu, Jingyu Chen and Keda Chen Tags: Review Source Type: research
Lentinan has a beneficial effect on cognitive deficits induced by chronic Toxoplasma gondii infection in mice
Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii) is increasingly considered a risk factor for neurodegenerative diseases. However, there is only limited information on the development of drugs for T. gondii infection. Lentinan from... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 13, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Shuxi Liu, Ziyi Yan, Yuan Peng, Yunqiu Liu, Yiling Li, Daxiang Xu, Yuying Gong, Zeyu Cui, Yongshui Wu, Yumei Zhang, Dahui Wang, Wei Pan and Xiaoying Yang Tags: Research Source Type: research
Correction: The sex pheromone heptacosane enhances the mating competitiveness of sterile Aedes aegypti males
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Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 11, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Lin ‑Min Wang, Ni Li, Mao Zhang, Qi Tang, Hong‑Zheng Lu, Qing‑Ya Zhou, Jia‑Xuan Niu, Liang Xiao, Zhe‑Yu Peng, Chao Zhang, Miao Liu, Duo‑Quan Wang and Sheng‑Qun Deng Tags: Correction Source Type: research
Loa loa and Mansonella perstans microfilaremia in the department of L ékoumou, Republic of Congo
Loiasis is endemic in the northern and western part of the Republic of Congo. Between 2004 and 2010, surveys were conducted, using the RAPLOA method, in all departments of the Republic of Congo to assess the d... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 9, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Marlhand C. Hemilembolo, J érémy T. Campillo, Ange Clauvel Niama, Sébastien D. S. Pion, François Missamou, Michel Boussinesq, Richard R. Bileckot and Cédric B. Chesnais Tags: Research Source Type: research
