Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
H. Darras, C. Berney, S. Hasin, J. Drescher, H. Feldhaar, L. Keller
Summary: The yellow crazy ant possesses an extraordinary reproductive system in which males are chimeras of haploid cells from two different lineages. R cells are overrepresented in the males' somatic tissues, while W cells are overrepresented in their sperm. Chimerism occurs when parental nuclei bypass syngamy and divide separately within the same egg. Depending on which lineage's sperm fertilizes the oocyte, the resulting diploid offspring will develop into either a queen or a worker. This study uncovers a unique mode of reproduction that may be linked to a conflict between lineages for preferential entry into the germ line.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Alba Costa, Ruben Heleno, Edward Font Freide, Yanick Dufrene, Eleanor Huckle, Christopher N. Kaiser-Bunbury
Summary: This study investigated the combined effects of two invasive ant species on pollination and reproduction of native plants. It found that invasive ants contributed less to fruit set compared to flying pollinators. This suggests that the presence of invasive ants negatively affects native plant reproduction, and this effect is similar in restored and unrestored plant communities.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wang-Hee Lee, Jae-Woo Song, Sun-Hee Yoon, Jae-Min Jung
Summary: This study developed machine learning-based species distribution models to predict the potential distribution of two invasive ant species globally under current and future climates. The models showed that the potential distribution of Solenopsis invicta would expand with climate change, while it would not significantly change for Anoplolepis gracilipes. The different performance and projection size of the models suggest that optimal model selection is necessary to minimize modeling uncertainty.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Article
Entomology
Dong-Hwan Choe, Jia-Wei Tay, Kathleen Campbell, Hoeun Park, Les Greenberg, Michael K. Rust
Summary: New technologies were used to develop a low-impact integrated pest management protocol for Argentine ants in urban residential settings, showing effectiveness in controlling ant populations.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Benjamin D. Hoffmann, Magen Pettit
Summary: Because different sampling techniques will provide different abundance values, it is currently difficult to compare results among many studies to form holistic understandings of how abundance influences ant ecology. Using three sampling methods in the same location we found pitfall traps best confirmed yellow crazy ant A. gracilipes presence recording the fewest zero values (9.1%), card counts were the least reliable (67.1%), and tuna lures were intermediate (30.1%).
Article
Environmental Sciences
Meng Yuan, Changsheng Li, Bingjie Zhang, Jianli Wang, Jianhui Zhu, Jiawen Ji, Yongqiang Ma
Summary: A mild and one-pot activation approach of activated carbon using boric acid as the activator for the adsorption of tetracyclines antibiotics in water was studied. Boric acid activated carbon (BAC) from bioresource showed higher removal efficiency than biochar and had a maximum adsorption capacity of 173.9 mg/g for TCs. The interactions between BAC and TCs were identified as hydrogen bond interaction, pi-pi interaction, and electrostatic interaction, influenced by the surface charge of BAC and TCs' ions species in different pH environments. Adsorption kinetics, isotherm models, and thermodynamics were thoroughly studied, demonstrating a spontaneous and favorable process.
Article
Polymer Science
Luka Dornjak, Marin Kovacic, Karla Ostojic, Ange Angaits, Joanna Szpunar, Inga Urlic, Anamarija Rogina
Summary: Biologically compatible chitosan-based scaffolds show promise in tissue regeneration, tumor treatment, and targeted drug delivery. In this study, boric acid-containing crosslinked chitosan scaffolds were prepared as delivery systems for doxorubicin, exhibiting rapid release in phosphate buffer and good stability. The scaffolds also showed potential as cytostatic agents.
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Samuel H. Smith, Patrick J. Antonelli
Summary: This study measured the doses of boracic acid (BA) commonly used in clinical otology and found that the doses delivered by different insufflators varied greatly, with some generating doses that are considered to cause systemic toxicity. Further investigation and awareness of the potential toxicity of BA administration in the ear seem warranted.
OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY
(2023)
Retraction
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Vahid Khakyzadeh, Ahmad Reza Moosavi-Zare, Sahra Sheikhaleslami, Amir Ehsani, Salbin Sediqi, Mohammad Rezaei-Gohar, Zahra Jalilian
Summary: The research paper has been retracted.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xu Zhang, Daniel Dianchen Gang, Jingjing Zhang, Xiaobo Lei, Qiyu Lian, William E. Holmes, Mark E. Zappi, Hong Yao
Summary: Sulfamethoxazole is often found in the environment and poses a threat to human health. Biochar, when activated with boric acid under limited oxygen conditions, shows increased yield and improved adsorption capacity for SMX. This activated biochar has potential as a promising adsorbent for practical removal of SMX.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Giulia Paties Montagner, Silvia Dominici, Simona Piaggi, Alfonso Pompella, Alessandro Corti
Summary: Boric acid is the main form of boron in plasma and plays a role in physiological mechanisms such as cell replication. Both high doses of boron and its deficiency can have toxic effects. However, the cytotoxicity of pharmacological concentrations of boric acid on cancer cells has conflicting results. This review aims to summarize the main findings regarding boric acid uptake, actions, and effects on cancer cells.
Article
Polymer Science
Akira Takahashi, Masahiro Yamanishi, Atsushi Kameyama
Summary: In this study, the underwater dehydration of statistical copolymers synthesized from triethanolamine borate (TEAB) methacrylate and styrene (St) was reported as a new example of intrinsically water-triggered phenomena. The hydration of the copolymers became unfavorable through the hydrolysis of the pendant TEAB group, resulting in a novel concept for designing water-responsive materials.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Zijing Hao, Jinhong Li, Jiaqing Zhao
Summary: The aim of this work was to prepare high-purity, plate-like cordierite powder at a lower cost. Kaolin, talc, and alumina were used as starting materials, with a small amount of boric acid used as a flux. The addition of boric acid effectively promoted the formation of plate-like cordierite polycrystals. By closely controlling the calcining temperature, plate-like α-cordierite polycrystals with submicron size could be obtained.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Majid Mirzaee, Alimorad Rashidi, Ashkan Zolriasatein, Majid Rezaei Abadchi
Summary: In this study, hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) was synthesized through a simple, low-cost, template-free method using different precursors. The samples were characterized using various techniques, showing differences in specific surface area and pore size among h-BN synthesized from different precursors. Raman spectroscopy and XPS analysis confirmed the formation of h-BN in the MUB sample.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhu Wu, Juan Carlos Roldao, Florian Rauch, Alexandra Friedrich, Matthias Ferger, Frank Wuerthner, Johannes Gierschner, Todd B. Marder
Summary: Boric acid has been used as a transparent glass matrix for optical materials for many years. Recent research found that it can exhibit phosphorescence under certain conditions, but only when there are trace impurities present.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2022)
Article
Entomology
Shu-Ping Tseng, Jason Boone, Lowell Boone, Natalee King, Siavash Taravati, Dong-Hwan Choe, Chow-Yang Lee
Summary: A recent study on genetic relationships of Formosan subterranean termites in California found that colonies in Canyon Lake belonged to a different maternal lineage compared to colonies in La Mesa. Although the La Mesa colonies showed genetic similarities, significant differences were observed between the Canyon Lake colony and one of the La Mesa colonies, suggesting distinct genetic backgrounds among the populations.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Entomology
Shao-Hung Lee, Dong-Hwan Choe, Michael K. Rust, Chow-Yang Lee
Summary: Gel bait insecticides are commonly used to control German cockroaches, but their effectiveness is decreasing. This study found multiple resistance to all tested commercial bait insecticides except Optigard in field strains of German cockroaches.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Entomology
Xin-Yeng Leong, Chow-Yang Lee, G. Veera Singham, Alexander Chong Shu-Chien, Richard Naylor, Alexia Naylor, Dini M. Miller, Morgan M. Wilson, David G. Lilly, Stephen L. Doggett
Summary: Modern bed bugs exhibit resistance to multiple insecticide classes, including pyrethroids. The efficacy of pyrethroid-impregnated mattress liners for bed bug management is inconsistent. This study demonstrates that pyrethroid-impregnated mattress liners are unlikely to effectively manage modern bed bug infestations.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Kai Dang, Stephen L. Doggett, Chow-Yang Lee
Summary: This study evaluated the residual performance of two pyrethroid-neonicotinoid mixture formulations on glass and filter paper against eight pyrethroid-resistant strains of tropical bed bugs from Malaysia and Australia. The results showed varying levels of performance for Temprid SC against different strains, while Tandem displayed high performance against all strains. Additionally, the residues of Temprid SC and Tandem showed faster mortality on glass compared to filter paper, and the efficacy of Temprid SC residues declined after one week of aging.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Shu-Ping Tseng, Siavash Taravati, Dong-Hwan Choe, Michael K. Rust, Chow-Yang Lee
Summary: This study used mitochondrial genes and microsatellite markers to analyze the genetic relationship of Formosan subterranean termite infestations in southern California. The results indicate the occurrence of at least three independent introduction events.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Entomology
Chow-Yang Lee, Changlu Wang, Nan-Yao Su
Summary: Bed bugs are important medical and urban pests that preferentially infest low socioeconomic communities. Despite progress in research and control strategies, infestations in poor communities continue to be a reservoir for wider society. This collection of research papers explores bed bug detection, insecticide performance and resistance, nonchemical treatment, and pest management procurement and contracts, aiming to inspire future research on safer, more affordable, and effective control options.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Virology
Chih-Chi Lee, Hung-Wei Hsu, Chun-Yi Lin, Nicolas Gustafson, Kenji Matsuura, Chow-Yang Lee, Chin-Cheng Scotty Yang
Summary: In this study, a transcriptomic database was generated for the yellow crazy ant to identify RNA viruses and characterize their genomes. Multiple virus species were discovered, including the polycipivirus AgrV-3, which showed high genetic diversity and evolved following the quasispecies model. The viral pathogen hotspot of the ant was found in Southeast Asia, consistent with its native range, and multiple virus species were prevalent in field colonies, possibly linked to the ant's social organization.
Article
Entomology
Shawky M. Aboelhadid, Abdel-Azeem S. Abdel-Baki, Sahar M. Gadelhaq, Walid H. Hassan, Lamjed Mansour, Saleh Al-Quraishy, Yoshitaka Kamimura, Chow-Yang Lee, Asmaa A. Kamel
Summary: Based on morphological and molecular data, the earwig samples collected from a bakery in Beni-Suef, Egypt were identified as Marava arachidis. Laboratory findings revealed that this species has the ability to prey on eggs and larvae of the Rhipicephalus annulatus tick. This study provides the first record of M. arachidis in Egypt and demonstrates its predation capability.
Article
Entomology
Jun-Yin Lum, Ming-Chung Chiu, Shu-Ping Tseng, Chin-Cheng Scotty Yang, Chow-Yang Lee
Summary: This study investigated the impact of different intensities of human activity on the distribution of the longlegged ant. The results showed that moderate human activity had a positive effect on the abundance of the ant species, while low and high human activity had less impact.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Entomology
John So, Dong-Hwan Choe, Michael K. Rust, John T. Trumble, Chow-Yang Lee
Summary: Selenium is an essential trace element for many organisms but exhibits toxic effects at higher doses. Previous studies have shown negative impacts of selenium exposure on various insect orders, but no clear patterns of toxicity between orders or similarities between species within families. Additional research is needed to determine the potential effects of selenium on beneficial insects and its compatibility with biological control agents. This review explores selenium as a potential insecticide and future research directions.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Benning Le, Hoeun Park, Kathleen Campbell, Michael K. Rust, Chow-Yang Lee, Dong-Hwan Choe
Summary: Due to their mutualistic relationship with plant pests, the Argentine ant is considered a major pest in subtropical fruit orchards and vineyards. Liquid baiting using hydrogel materials has been demonstrated as an effective method to suppress the Argentine ant populations. In this study, boric acid incorporated in a calcium alginate hydrogel effectively killed Argentine ant workers, and the preservative potassium sorbate did not impact the efficacy of boric acid.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Michael K. Rust, Chow-Yang Lee, Ho Eun Park, Kathleen Campbell, Dong-Hwan Choe, Mary Sorensen, Andrew Sutherland, Casey Hubble, Beatriz Nobua-Behrmann, John Kabashima, Shu-Ping Tseng, Linda Post
Summary: The western yellowjacket is an important seasonal pest in the western United States. This study aimed to determine the potential of using the isoxazoline fluralaner as a bait toxicant. Microsatellite genotyping revealed at least 27 different colonies foraging at a single monitoring site. Some colonies disappeared after baiting, and new colonies were detected. Minced chicken and hydrogel baits containing fluralaner significantly reduced foraging yellowjackets. Multiple bait applications will be necessary for long-term control.
Article
Entomology
Shu-Ping Tseng, Lori J. Nelson, Casey W. Hubble, Andrew M. Sutherland, Michael Haverty, Chow-Yang Lee
Summary: Subterranean termites in the Reticulitermes genus are economically important wood-destroying pests in the western United States. However, there is uncertainty regarding the taxonomy and biology of these species. Through genetic analysis, it has been found that there may be at least 5 species of Reticulitermes in California and that the termites in Arizona belong to multiple clades.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Rungarun Tisgratog, Chanikarn Panyafeang, Shao-Hung Lee, Michael K. Rust, Chow-Yang Lee
Summary: We investigated the insecticide resistance profiles of field populations of the German cockroach in central regions of Thailand. The study found resistance to fipronil, deltamethrin, and imidacloprid in the field strains. Synergism studies suggested the involvement of detoxification pathways in the resistance. Field-collected strains also showed resistance to several gel baits.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Shao-Hung Lee, Dong-Hwan Choe, Michael K. Rust, Chow-Yang Lee
Summary: This study investigated the oral toxicity of sucralose on German cockroaches and found that different strains of cockroaches have different tolerances to sucralose. Dehydrated cockroaches were more susceptible to sucralose toxicity, and the treatment also had an impact on gut bacterial composition.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2023)
