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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Siti Latifatus Siriyah, I-Min Tso
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of spraying alkaline water on controlling the population of Forcipomyia taiwana and the potential side effects on non-target organisms. The results showed that long-term spraying of alkaline water significantly reduced the abundance of soil microalgae and biting midges, without affecting the diversity of non-target ground arthropods. Therefore, this approach can be considered as an eco-friendly method to control biting midges.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Liang-De Guo, Yi-Pei Luo, Pei-Yin Lin, Kevin Chi-Chung Chou, Matan Shelomi
Summary: This study aimed to find spatial repellents from plants traditionally used by Taiwanese Aboriginal peoples to control the biting midge, Forcipomyia taiwana. Plant leaves were collected, frozen, and powdered. Essential oils were extracted using hexane and ethyl acetate solvents and tested against F. taiwana. The composition of the extracts was identified using GC-MS. Commercial citronella, lavender, and Formosan cypress oils were effective repellents, as were lab-made capillary wormwood and camphor oils. The oil composition data provided new insights into the repellent compounds found in Taiwanese plants.
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Anatomy & Morphology
Stanislav N. Gorb, Hansruedi Wildermuth, Stefan Kohl, Sebastian Buesse
Summary: The female biting midge Forcipomyia paludis is an ectoparasite that firmly attaches itself to the wings of damselflies and dragonflies. Through morphological studies, it has been discovered that the midge has specific attachment devices on its legs, allowing it to effectively adhere to the wing surface of its host.
Review
Parasitology
Phillip Shults, Lee W. Cohnstaedt, Zach N. Adelman, Corey Brelsfoard
Summary: The study suggests exploring a population-level approach for managing biting midges as a means to supplement or replace existing control strategies. Next-generation control methods, such as Wolbachia- and genetic-based population suppression and replacement, are currently being researched for several vector species.
PARASITES & VECTORS
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Entomology
Pairot Pramual, Panya Jomkumsing, Komgrit Wongpakam, Kotchaphon Vaisusuk, Wasupon Chatan, Bhuvadol Gomontean
Summary: This study used mitochondrial cytochrome c oxidase I (COI) sequences as genetic markers to evaluate the level of genetic diversity and the genetic structure of Culicoides mahasarakhamense from Thailand. Results showed that the level of genetic diversity was relatively high, but most populations were not genetically different. However, one population from northern Thailand was found to be genetically highly different from others, possibly due to historical population isolation and geographic distance separation.
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Anatomy & Morphology
Sebastian Buesse, Hansruedi Wildermuth, Stanislav N. Gorb
Summary: This study investigates the parasitic behavior of the biting midge Forcipomyia paludis on dragonflies, confirming the sucking of hemolymph by piercing into the wings and discussing potential additional functions of this piercing process.
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Environmental Sciences
Alla Khosrovyan, Anne Kahru
Summary: This study evaluated the toxicity of virgin polyamide microplastics and UV-weathered virgin polyamide microplastics on Chironomus riparius. The results show that UV weathering negatively affected the development of the larvae, while the virgin polyamide microplastics may not have long-term hazard to Chironomus riparius.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2021)
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Geology
Agata Pielowska-Ceranowska, Dany Azar, Jacek Szwedo
Summary: This article studied a new species of the fossil genus Minyohelea from Lebanese amber, describing and illustrating the unusual male genitalia and comparing it with other fossil representatives of this extinct genus.
CRETACEOUS RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Parasitology
Ben Bellekom, Abigail Bailey, Marion England, Zoe Langlands, Owen T. Lewis, Talya D. Hackett
Summary: By studying the digestion process of two species of midges over a 96-hour period, it was found that the amplification success rate of host DNA decreased over time. Storage condition did not affect the PCR amplification success rate, and storage in 95% ethanol was sufficient to maintain high amplification rates for at least 9 months. Therefore, timely collection and processing of blood samples are crucial for studying the biting behavior and disease transmission potential of midges.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2023)
Article
Biology
Shane L. Gladson, Tracy L. Stepien
Summary: Bluetongue (BT), a vector-borne disease with high mortality rates, infects ruminants and recent outbreaks in Europe emphasize the need to understand vector-host dynamics and potential mitigation strategies. We present an agent-based model, 'MidgePy', which focuses on the movement of Culicoides spp. midges and their interactions with ruminants to study their role as vectors, especially in non-outbreak regions. Sensitivity analysis shows that midge survival rate significantly affects the probability and severity of BT outbreaks. By using midge flight activity as a proxy for temperature, we find a correlation between environmental temperature and outbreak probability, suggesting combining vaccination programs with midge population control measures. The study also explores spatial heterogeneity to inform optimal farm layouts for reducing BT outbreaks.
BULLETIN OF MATHEMATICAL BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Parasitology
Pairot Pramual, Panya Jomkumsing, Kanyakorn Piraonapicha, Waraporn Jumpato
Summary: This study utilized morphological characters and DNA barcodes to investigate a new species of Culicoides from Thailand, resulting in the identification of Culicoides mahasarakhamense sp. nov. The new species was differentiated morphologically and supported by genetic analysis, highlighting the importance of an integrated approach in Culicoides taxonomy.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Cameron Osborne, Anastasia M. W. Cooper, Brandon Hall, Edward Bird, Dana Nayduch, Kristopher Silver
Summary: This study examined the stable expression of six candidate reference genes in the biting midge Culicoides sonorensis and identified optimal reference genes for different conditions. The results showed that the optimal reference genes varied between conditions and just two reference genes were necessary for each condition. These findings provide valuable reference genes for future studies using real-time quantitative PCR to evaluate gene expression in C. sonorensis.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Tim W. R. Mohlmann, Matt J. Keeling, Uno Wennergren, Guido Favia, Inge Santman-Berends, Willem Takken, Constantianus J. M. Koenraadt, Samuel P. C. Brand
Summary: This study conducted field collections of midges across Europe and integrated a multi-scale modeling approach to analyze the dynamics of midge catching and its correlation with bluetongue virus transmission dynamics. Results showed significant variations in transmission intensity among different herds, with approximately 95% of naive herds in western Europe being at risk of sustained transmission over the last 15 years.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Alla Khosrovyan, Halina Binde Doria, Anne Kahru, Markus Pfenninger
Summary: This study investigated the genome-wide responses of the midge C. riparius exposed to polyamide microplastics over seven consecutive generations. The results showed changes in the life-cycle traits and allele frequencies, indicating strong selection pressure. This study provides evidence for the rapid adaptation of aquatic organisms to microplastics at the genomic level.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Alexandr B. Duzhak, Petr S. Sherin, Vadim V. Yanshole, Sergey L. Veber, Sergey Baiborodin, Olga Sinitsyna, Yuri P. Tsentalovich
Summary: A newly discovered process for neutralizing free heme in the digestive tract of domestic cats involves encapsulating heme into hydroxyapatite nanoparticles and excreting them with feces, similar to the formation of heme-containing particles in other hematophagous species. The efficiency of this process depends on the bone content in a cat's diet, with in vitro experiments confirming the proposed scenario.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Entomology
Magdalena Rost-Roszkowska, Kamil Janelt, Izabela Poprawa
ARTHROPOD STRUCTURE & DEVELOPMENT
(2019)
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Zoology
A. Wlodarczyk, S. Student, M. Rost-Roszkowska
CANADIAN JOURNAL OF ZOOLOGY
(2019)
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Environmental Sciences
Grazyna Wilczek, Jagna Karcz, Magdalena Rost-Roszkowska, Andrzej Kedziorski, Piotr Wilczek, Magdalena Skowronek, Kamila Wisniewska, Florentyna Kaszuba, Kinga Surmiak
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2019)
Article
Zoology
K. Kaminska, S. Lipovsek, E. Kaszuba, M. Rost-Roszkowska
ZOOLOGISCHER ANZEIGER
(2019)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
M. M. Rost-Roszkowska, J. Vilimova, K. Tajovsky, A. Chachulska-Zymelka, A. Sosinka, M. Kszuk-Jendrysik, A. Ostrozka, F. Kaszuba
MICROSCOPY AND MICROANALYSIS
(2019)
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Environmental Sciences
Monika Tarnawska, Alina Kafel, Maria Augustyniak, Magdalena Rost-Roszkowska, Agnieszka Babczynska
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2019)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Agnieszka Wlodarczyk, Grazyna Wilczek, Piotr Wilczek, Sebastian Student, Anna Ostrotka, Monika Tarnawska, Magdalena Rost-Roszkowska
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
V Sustr, S. Semanova, M. M. Rost-Roszkowska, K. Tajovsky, A. Sosinka, F. Kaszuba
COMPARATIVE BIOCHEMISTRY AND PHYSIOLOGY B-BIOCHEMISTRY & MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Marta Dziewiecka, Barbara Flasz, Magdalena Rost-Roszkowska, Andrzej Kedziorski, Anna Kochanowicz, Maria Augustyniak
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2020)
Article
Anatomy & Morphology
Lidia Sonakowska-Czajka, Joanna Srobka, Anna Ostrozka, Magdalena Rost-Roszkowska
Summary: This study documented the 3D localization and structural changes of the midgut in larval stages of Neocaridina davidi using X-ray microtomography, light, and transmission electron microscopy. The findings revealed the elongation and differentiation of the hepatopancreas, with E-cells playing a key role in the process. Apoptosis, autophagy, and necrosis were common in the midgut of larval stages, indicating a fully developed and functional digestive tract.
JOURNAL OF MORPHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Microscopy
Magdalena Rost-Roszkowska, Izabela Poprawa, Lukasz Chajec, Alina Chachulska-Zymelka, Malgorzata Lesniewska, Sebastian Student
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Agnieszka Babczynska, Agnieszka Nowak, Alina Kafel, Bartosz Lozowski, Magdalena Rost-Roszkowska, Monika Tarnawska, Maria Augustyniak, Marta Sawadro, Agnieszka Molenda
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2020)
Article
Zoology
J. M. Cichocka, A. Bielecki, P. swiatek, I. Jablonska-Barna, J. Kobak, J. Hildebrand, M. Dmitryjuk, W. Struzynski, M. Rost-Roszkowska
Summary: The activities of nineteen hydrolases were measured in the digestive systems of true leeches and their relatives. Results showed differences in food digestion and absorption sites among species, supporting the hypothesis that the leech ancestor was a blood-feeder. Additionally, enzyme occurrence variations between species were noted, possibly due to different food preferences. Moreover, the study confirmed the paraphyletic nature of Rhynchobdellida and the non-monophyletic nature of Arhynchobdellida.
EUROPEAN ZOOLOGICAL JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Maria Augustyniak, Monika Tarnawska, Marta Dziewiecka, Alina Kafel, Magdalena Rost-Roszkowska, Agnieszka Babczynska
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2020)
Article
Zoology
M. Rost-Roszkowska, I Poprawa, L. Chajec, A. Chachulska-Zymelka, G. Wilczek, P. Wilczek, S. Student, M. Skowronek, A. Nadgorska-Socha, M. Lesniewska, L. Chajec
EUROPEAN ZOOLOGICAL JOURNAL
(2020)
Article
Microscopy
Shengli Zhang, Ying Wang, Bowei Wang, Yi Zeng, Jiani Li, Xingyue Wang, Cuihua Hu, Zhankun Weng, Zuobin Wang
Summary: Curcumin was found to have effects on the activity, migration, and mitochondrial membrane potential of malignant hepatocytes and their mitochondria. The findings from both optical microscopy and atomic force microscopy studies confirm these effects on cell morphology and biomechanics.
Article
Microscopy
Rutika Sansaria, Krishanu Dey Das, Alwin Poulose
Summary: This paper presents a method for quantifying Golgi dispersion images and classifying them using machine learning models. By applying automated image processing and segmentation, extracting features, and using different classifiers, accurate classification of Golgi images is achieved.
Article
Microscopy
Marjorie da Silva, Cintia Eleonora Lopes Justino, Fernando Henrique Carnimeo, Fernando Barbosa Noll, Johan Billen
Summary: This article describes the secretory glands in females of two species of Myzinum and discusses their homology with other glands in the Hymenoptera order. The study finds that the three glands, instead of the commonly believed two, are present in Myzinum species. However, the limited research on the structure, function, and evolution of female accessory glands in Hymenoptera prevents conclusive statements.
Article
Microscopy
Ping Hao, Wen Yin, Xi Chen, Shuangshuang Qin, Yue Yu, Yuan Yuan, Xiaoyu Quan, Bing Hu, Shouhai Chen, Yi Wu
Summary: This study confirmed the secretion of nano-scale exosomes-multivesicular bodies and the interaction of high endothelial cells (HECs) with lysosomes and mitochondria in the small intestine of laying birds. Immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence results showed the strong immunoreactivity of exosome-related proteins and autophagic-related proteins in the lamina propria of the small intestine. These findings reveal an innovative communication method among HECs in the small intestine.
Article
Microscopy
Stefan Talu, Robert S. Matos, Henrique Duarte da Fonseca Filho, Daniela Predoi, Simona Liliana Iconaru, Carmen Steluta Ciobanu, Liliana Ghegoiu
Summary: This study developed composite layers based on magnesium-doped hydroxyapatite and chitosan, and demonstrated their good biocompatibility and antifungal effects against osteosarcoma cells. The attachment and growth of the cells on the composite layers were promoted, while the growth of Candida albicans was inhibited. The morphological analysis revealed complex 3D patterns on the cancer cell surfaces on the magnesium-containing composite layers.
