The role of apoptosis and oxidative stress in the pathophysiology of Acanthamoeba spp. infection in the kidneys of hosts with different immunological status
Acanthamoeba spp. are opportunistic pathogens that cause inflammation, mostly in the brain, lungs and cornea. Recent reports indicate kidney dysfunction in hosts with systemic acanthamoebiasis. The aim of the stu... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - December 1, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Karolina Kot, Patrycja Kupnicka, Maciej Tarnowski, Patrycja Tomasiak, Danuta Kosik-Bogacka and Natalia Łanocha-Arendarczyk Tags: Research Source Type: research
Evaluation of the performance of advantage P.f. malaria Card ® and advantage malaria Pan + Pf Card®, two rapid diagnostic tests for parasitological confirmation of malaria cases in field situation in Togo
In Togo, malaria remains a major public health problem, and the management of suspected cases requires confirmation with appropriate biological methods. Malaria diagnosis has been improved by the introduction ... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - November 30, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Diwaba Carmel Teou, Ameyo Monique Dorkenoo, Essoham Ataba, Smaila Alidou, Kossi Yakpa, Agueregna Abdou-Kerim, Issaka Maman and Amegnona Agbonon Tags: Research Source Type: research
Differential associations of horizontally and vertically transmitted symbionts on Ixodes ricinus behaviour and physiology
Ixodes ricinus ticks are infected with a large diversity of vertically and horizontally transmitted symbionts. While horizontally transmitted symbionts rely on a vertebrate host for their transmission, vertically... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - November 29, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Julian W. Bakker, Hannah L. M. Begemann, Manoj Fonville, Helen J. Esser, Willem F. de Boer, Hein Sprong and Constantianus J. M. Koenraadt Tags: Research Source Type: research
Natural vertical transmission of dengue virus in Latin America and the Caribbean: highlighting its detection limitations and potential significance
Dengue continues to be a major public health concern in Latin America and the Caribbean with many countries in the region having experienced drastic increases in the incidence of dengue over the past few years... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - November 28, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Mario A. J. Golding, Simmoy A. A. Noble, Nadia K. Khouri, Rhaheem N. A. Layne-Yarde, Inshan Ali and Simone L. Sandiford Tags: Review Source Type: research
Systematic review of sporozoite infection rate of Anopheles mosquitoes in Ethiopia, 2001 –2021
Adult mosquitoes of the genus Anopheles are important vectors of Plasmodium parasites, causative agents of malaria. The aim of this review was to synthesize the overall and species-specific proportion of Anophele... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - November 27, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Yibeltal Aschale, Aklilu Getachew, Delenasaw Yewhalaw, Antonio De Cristofaro, Andrea Sciarretta and Getnet Atenafu Tags: Review Source Type: research
Mosquito (Diptera: Culicidae) populations in contrasting areas of the western regions of Burkina Faso: species diversity, abundance and their implications for pathogen transmission
Mosquitoes (Diptera: Culicidae) can have a significant negative impact on human health. The urbanization of natural environments and their conversion for agricultural use, as well as human population growth, m... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - November 27, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Didier P. Alexandre Kabor é, Dieudonné Diloma Soma, Patricia Gil, Mahamadi Kientega, Simon P. Sawadogo, Georges Anicet Ouédraogo, Philippe Van de Perre, Thierry Baldet, Serafin Gutierrez and Roch K. Dabiré Tags: Research Source Type: research
Correction: Taxonomic and molecular characterization of a new entomopathogenic nematode species, Heterorhabditis casmirica n. sp., and whole genome sequencing of its associated bacterial symbiont
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Source: Parasites and Vectors - November 27, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Aashaq Hussain Bhat, Ricardo A. R. Machado, Joaqu ín Abolafia, Alba N. Ruiz-Cuenca, Tarique Hassan Askary, Fuad Ameen and Wasim Muzamil Dass Tags: Correction Source Type: research
Comparison of the initial and residual speed of Ixodes scapularis kill on dogs treated with a single dose of Bravecto ® Chew (25 mg/kg fluralaner) or Simparica TRIO® (1.2 mg/kg sarolaner, 24 µg/kg moxidectin, 5 mg/kg pyrantel)
Compliant ectoparasiticide product use is a comprehensive way to control ticks and reduce the risk of tick-borne pathogen transmission to dogs. Because the systemically acting isoxazoline ectoparasiticides req... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - November 27, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Kathryn E. Reif, Naemi P. Bickmeier, Brian H. Herrin, Michael W. Dryden, Dorothy M. Normile, Jeba R. J. Jesudoss Chelladurai, Kamilyah R. Miller, Macy R. Flowers and Qing Kang Tags: Research Source Type: research
Efficacy of a chewable tablet containing sarolaner, moxidectin, and pyrantel (Simparica Trio ®) in the treatment of sarcoptic mange caused by Sarcoptes scabiei mite infestations in dogs
Infestation with Sarcoptes scabiei in dogs is a debilitating disease if left untreated and is transmissible to humans. Two field studies were conducted to confirm the efficacy of orally administered sarolaner in ... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - November 27, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Csilla Becskei, Julian Liebenberg, Tiago Fernandes, Stasia Borowski, Lina D ’Hanis and Sean P. Mahabir Tags: Research Source Type: research
Treatment of sheep prior to movement: its contribution to an effective scab (psoroptic mange) management strategy
Ovine psoroptic mange (sheep scab) is an important disease of sheep worldwide caused by the parasitic mite, Psoroptes ovis. It has a negative impact on animal welfare and leads to significant economic losses for ... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - November 26, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Katie Lihou, Richard Wall and Emily Nixon Tags: Research Source Type: research
Development and evaluation of specific polymerase chain reaction assays for detecting Theileria equi genotypes
Theileria equi causes equine piroplasmosis, an economically significant disease that affects horses and other equids worldwide. Based on 18S ribosomal RNA (18S rRNA sequences), T. equi can be classified into five... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - November 25, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Believe Ahedor, Davaajav Otgonsuren, Atambekova Zhyldyz, Azirwan Guswanto, Noel Muthoni Mumbi Ngigi, Maria F átima Rodríguez Valinotti, Hemal Kothalawala, Nizanantha Kalaichelvan, Seekkuge Susil Priyantha Silva, Hemali Kothalawala, Tomás Javier Acosta, Tags: Research Source Type: research
Detection of a novel Babesia sp. in Amblyomma javanense, an ectoparasite of Sunda pangolins
Babesia is a protozoal, tick-borne parasite that can cause life-threatening disease in humans, wildlife and domestic animals worldwide. However, in Southeast Asia, little is known about the prevalence and diversi... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - November 22, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Stacy Q. Y. Chong, Darren Yeo, Nur Insyirah Aidil, Jasmine L. Y. Ong, Amy H. J. Chan, Charlene Judith Fernandez, Bryan T. M. Lim, Max D. Y. Khoo, Anna M. S. Wong, Siow Foong Chang and Him Hoo Yap Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research
Trichinella spiralis cathepsin L induces macrophage M1 polarization via the NF- κB pathway and enhances the ADCC killing of newborn larvae
During the early stages of Trichinella spiralis infection, macrophages predominantly undergo polarization to the M1-like phenotype, causing the host ’s inflammatory response and resistance against T. spiralis infe... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - November 22, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Ruo Dan Liu, Xiang Yu Meng, Chen Le Li, Qiu Yi Xu, Xin Zhi Lin, Bo Rang Dong, Chu Yan Ye, Tian Tian Miao, Xin Yi Si, Shao Rong Long, Jing Cui and Zhong Quan Wang Tags: Research Source Type: research
Larval diet and temperature alter mosquito immunity and development: using body size and developmental traits to track carry-over effects on longevity
Estimating arbovirus transmission potential requires a mechanistic understanding of how environmental factors influence the expression of adult mosquito traits. While preimaginal exposure to environmental fact... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - November 22, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Andrew J. Mackay, Jiayue Yan, Chang-Hyun Kim, Antoine M. G. Barreaux and Chris M. Stone Tags: Research Source Type: research
Vector-borne parasites in dogs from Ukraine translocated to Poland following Russian invasion in 2022
Since 24 February 2022, the day the Russian aggression against Ukraine began, millions of refugees and thousands of pets crossed the Polish-Ukrainian border. Additionally, an unknown number of shelter and stra... (Source: Parasites and Vectors)
Source: Parasites and Vectors - November 21, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Anna Bajer, Mustafa Alsarraf, Mariia Topolnytska, Katarzyna To łkacz, Dorota Dwużnik-Szarek and Anna Rodo Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research
