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Infectious Diseases
Fabrice Courtin, Dramane Kaba, Jean-Baptiste Rayaisse, Philippe Solano, Steve J. Torr, Alexandra P. M. Shaw
Summary: This study investigates the cost of controlling human African trypanosomiasis in the Bonon area of Cote d'Ivoire. The results show that the cost per square kilometer is higher compared to Chad and Uganda, but the cost per person protected is lower compared to Chad. This highlights the impact of differences in gHAT foci on the cost-effectiveness of tsetse control.
PLOS NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Parasitology
Tsegaye Gebre, Berisha Kapitano, Dagnachew Beyene, Dereje Alemu, Ahimedin Beshir, Zelalem Worku, Teshome Kifle, Ayana Selamu, Endalew Debas, Aschenaki Kalsa, Netsanet Asfaw, Weining Zhao, Massimo Paone, Giuliano Cecchi
Summary: Ethiopia, with the largest cattle population in Africa, faces a major challenge in managing tsetse flies and trypanosomosis. To address this, the National Institute for Control and Eradication of Tsetse and Trypanosomosis developed a national atlas providing comprehensive information on the distribution of tsetse flies and African animal trypanosomosis in Ethiopia.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2022)
Article
Parasitology
Lassane Percoma, Jean Baptiste Rayaisse, Geoffrey Gimonneau, Zakaria Bengaly, Sie Hermann Pooda, Soumaila Pagabeleguem, Rasmane Ganaba, Adama Sow, Rafael Argiles, Jeremy Bouyer, Moussa Ouedraogo, Weining Zhao, Massimo Paone, Issa Sidibe, Ouedraogo-Sanon Gisele, Giuliano Cecchi
Summary: This study assembled and organized tsetse and AAT data collected in Burkina Faso between 1990 and 2019, creating a digital repository. The distribution of tsetse flies was mapped at the level of individual monitoring traps or locations, while the occurrence of AAT was mapped at the level of locations or villages. Results showed the presence of four tsetse species in Burkina Faso, with Glossina tachinoides being the most widespread and abundant species. AAT was found in all surveyed departments, including tsetse-free areas in the north, with Trypanosoma vivax and T. congolense infections being the dominant ones.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2022)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Ronald E. Crump, Ching- Huang, Edward S. Knock, Simon E. F. Spencer, Paul E. Brown, Erick Mwamba Miaka, Chansy Shampa, Matt J. Keeling, Kat S. Rock
Summary: The study focused on the transmission dynamics of gambiense human African trypanosomiasis (gHAT) in the Democratic Republic of Congo, exploring changes in transmission and factors contributing to disease persistence or intervention success. The findings showed significant improvements in passive detection in former Bandundu and Bas Congo provinces, with reduced time to detection. The study also established a framework for future predictions on disease transmission in the country.
PLOS COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Caroline E. Dewar, Aitor Casas-Sanchez, Constentin Dieme, Aline Crouzols, Lee R. Haines, Alvaro Acosta-Serrano, Brice Rotureau, Achim Schnaufer
Summary: This study demonstrates that efficient energy production through mitochondria is critical for the trypanosome's swimming ability and migration within the tsetse fly. Surprisingly, trypanosomes with impaired mitochondrial energy production are only mildly compromised in their ability to colonize the tsetse fly midgut. This study provides new insights into the complex mechanisms of trypanosome infection in tsetse flies.
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Microbiology
Caroline E. Dewar, Aitor Casas-Sanchez, Constentin Dieme, Aline Crouzols, Lee R. Haines, Alvaro Acosta-Serrano, Brice Rotureau, Achim Schnaufer
Summary: The single-celled parasite Trypanosoma brucei is transmitted by tsetse flies and its development in the fly's gut depends on efficient energy production by mitochondria.
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Food Science & Technology
Beatrice W. Muriithi, Kassie Menale, Gracious M. Diiro, Michael N. Okal, Daniel K. Masiga
Summary: Tsetse-transmitted Animal African Trypanosomosis (AAT) is a significant disease affecting livestock development in Sub-Saharan Africa. The use of trypanocides to manage the disease is expensive and poses health risks. The novel Tsetse repellent collar technology (TRCT) developed by icipe provides an effective alternative control measure for AAT. The study found that TRCT increased the market value of cattle by 36%, decreased poverty levels by 8.5% points, and reduced household food insecurity by 36% and hunger scale by 24%.
Article
Infectious Diseases
Chantel J. de Beer, Ahmadou H. Dicko, Jerome Ntshangase, Percy Moyaba, Moeti O. Taioe, Fernando C. Mulandane, Luis Neves, Sihle Mdluli, Laure Guerrini, Jeremy Bouyer, Marc J. B. Vreysen, Gert J. Venter
Summary: The study developed MaxEnt species distribution model and habitat suitability maps for the southern tsetse belt of South Africa, Eswatini, and southern Mozambique using existing entomological survey data. The models showed overlapping presence of G. austeni and G. brevipalpis in certain areas, with protected areas and coastal strips being the most suitable habitat.
PLOS NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASES
(2021)
Article
Parasitology
Joel Vourchakbe, Arnol Auvaker Tiofack Zebaze, Sartrien Kante Tagueu, Israel Demba Kodindo, Abdoul Barka Padja, Gustave Simo
Summary: This study investigated the diversity and prevalence of trypanosome species in animals from three Chadian Sleeping Sickness foci, revealing the presence of multiple trypanosomes in these areas. Animal African Trypanosomosis poses a threat to animal health and breeding in these foci.
PARASITOLOGY INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Tito Tresor Melachio Tanekou, Calmes Ursain Bouaka Tsakeng, Inaki Tirados, Steve J. Torr, Flobert Njiokou, Alphonse Acho, Charles Sinclair Wondji
Summary: Despite efforts by the World Health Organization and the National Control Programme, sleeping sickness remains prevalent in Campo, southern Cameroon. This study provides updated entomological and parasitological parameters to guide the control of tsetse vectors in the area. The dominant vector species, Glossina palpalis palpalis, showed high densities and trypanosome infection rates. The mapping of tsetse densities will help inform vector control strategies.
MEDICAL AND VETERINARY ENTOMOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Entomology
Kadidiata Ilboudo, Karifa Camara, Ernest W. Salou, Geoffrey Gimonneau
Summary: This study evaluates the biological quality and mating performance of sterile male Glossina palpalis gambiensis produced in a mass-rearing facility in Burkina Faso. The study finds that irradiation has no effect on mating performances, indicating that the sterile males are well-suited for use in integrated pest management programs. However, the study highlights the importance of regularly monitoring the biological parameters of sterile males and the radiation source in order to maintain a high level of sterility.
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Biology
Sarah Schuster, Jaime Lisack, Ines Subota, Henriette Zimmermann, Christian Reuter, Tobias Mueller, Brooke Morriswood, Markus Engstler
Summary: African trypanosomes can transition between different stages in the mammalian host, potentially challenging the traditional view of their life cycle.
Article
Entomology
Gimonneau Geoffrey, Romaric Ouedraogo, Salou Ernest, Rayaisse Jean-Baptiste, Bruno Buatois, Philippe Solano, Laurent Dormont, Olivier Roux, Jeremy Bouyer
Summary: The study revealed the existence of larval aggregation in Glossina palpalis gambiensis and suggested that larviposition site selection may be mediated by volatile semiochemicals of larval or pupal origin. This aggregation effect does not appear to be species specific, providing new options for manipulating the behavior of these vectors.
ECOLOGICAL ENTOMOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Physics, Multidisciplinary
Matheus M. G. Correia, Joao V. M. Barboza, Aquino L. Espindola
Summary: This study investigates the transmission of Trypanosoma brucei gambiense, the causative agent of Human African Trypanosomiasis, in African rural areas. By using agent-based modeling, it was found that humans and animals act as reservoirs for the pathogen, with transmission depending on the tsetse fly vector. Implementing treatment with Fexinidazole at different percentages in rural zones of the Democratic Republic of the Congo can optimize resources and potentially lead to disease eradication.
PHYSICA A-STATISTICAL MECHANICS AND ITS APPLICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Entomology
Boma Soudah, Talaki Essodina, N'feide Toi, Dao Balabadi, Lombo Yao, Somda Martin Bienvenu, Salou Wendemanegde Ernest
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of trypanosomosis control in high tsetse flies and drug resistance settings. The use of alpha-cypermethrin and diminazene aceturate was found to significantly reduce tsetse density and disease incidence, improving hematocrit and calf survival rate. Therefore, improving access to these interventions for different types of livestock and maintaining their effectiveness is crucial in many areas of Togo.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL ENTOMOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Gueler Demirbas-Uzel, Henry M. Kariithi, Andrew G. Parker, Marc J. B. Vreysen, Robert L. Mach, Adly M. M. Abd-Alla
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2018)
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Microbiology
Irene K. Meki, Ikbal A. Ince, Henry M. Kariithi, Drion G. Boucias, Orhan Ozcan, Andrew G. Parker, Just M. Viak, Monique M. van Oers, Adly M. M. Abd-Alla
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2018)
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Microbiology
Gueler Demirbas-Uzel, Linda De Vooght, Andrew G. Parker, Marc J. B. Vreysen, Robert L. Mach, Jan Van den Abbeele, Adly M. M. Abd-Alla
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Microbiology
Gueler Demirbas-Uzel, Andrew G. Parker, Marc J. B. Vreysen, Robert L. Mach, Jeremy Bouyer, Peter Takac, Adly M. M. Abd-Alla
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Microbiology
Antonios A. Augustinos, Irene K. Meki, Guler Demirbas-Uzel, Gisele M. S. Ouedraogo, Aggeliki Saridaki, George Tsiamis, Andrew G. Parker, Adly M. M. Abd-Alla, Kostas Bourtzis
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Microbiology
Irene K. Meki, Henry M. Kariithi, Andrew G. Parker, Marc J. B. Vreysen, Vera I. D. Ros, Just M. Vlak, Monique M. van Oers, Adly M. M. Abd-Alla
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Microbiology
Vangelis Doudoumis, Antonios Augustinos, Aggeliki Saridaki, Andrew Parker, Adly M. M. Abd-Alla, Kostas Bourtzis, George Tsiamis
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Microbiology
Francesca Scolari, Geoffrey Michael Attardo, Emre Aksoy, Brian Weiss, Grazia Savini, Peter Takac, Adly Abd-Alla, Andrew Gordon Parker, Serap Aksoy, Anna Rodolfa Malacrida
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Microbiology
Irene K. Meki, Henry M. Kariithi, Mehrdad Ahmadi, Andrew G. Parker, Marc J. B. Vreysen, Just M. Vlak, Monique M. van Oers, Adly M. M. Abd-Alla
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Xiaoying Zheng, Dongjing Zhang, Yongjun Li, Cui Yang, Yu Wu, Xiao Liang, Yongkang Liang, Xiaoling Pan, Linchao Hu, Qiang Sun, Xiaohua Wang, Yingyang Wei, Jian Zhu, Wei Qian, Ziqiang Yan, Andrew G. Parker, Jeremie R. L. Gilles, Kostas Bourtzis, Jeremy Bouyer, Moxun Tang, Bo Zheng, Jianshe Yu, Julian Liu, Jiajia Zhuang, Zhigang Hu, Meichun Zhang, Jun-Tao Gong, Xiao-Yue Hong, Zhoubing Zhang, Lifeng Lin, Qiyong Liu, Zhiyong Hu, Zhongdao Wu, Luke Anthony Baton, Ary A. Hoffmann, Zhiyong Xi
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
W. Mamai, H. Maiga, M. Gardos, P. Ban, N. S. Bimbile Somda, A. Konczal, T. Wallner, A. Parker, F. Balestrino, H. Yamada, J. R. L. Gilles, J. Bouyer
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(2019)
Article
Entomology
Gratian N. Mutika, Andrew G. Parker, Marc J. B. Vreysen
JOURNAL OF INSECT SCIENCE
(2019)
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Parasitology
Hanano Yamada, Hamidou Maiga, Jose Juarez, Danilo De Oliveira Carvalho, Wadaka Mamai, Adel Ali, Nanwintoum Severin Bimbile-Somda, Andrew Gordon Parker, Dongjing Zhang, Jeremy Bouyer
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2019)
Article
Entomology
Vanessa S. Dias, Guy J. Hallman, Olga Y. Martinez-Barrera, Nick Hurtado, Amanda A. S. Cardoso, Andrew G. Parker, Luis A. Caravantes, Camilo Rivera, Alexandre S. Araujo, Florence Maxwell, Carlos E. Caceres-Barrios, Marc J. B. Vreysen, Scott W. Myers
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Parasitology
Hanano Yamada, Carina Kraupa, Charles Lienhard, Andrew Gordon Parker, Hamidou Maiga, Danilo de Oliveira Carvalho, Minlin Zheng, Thomas Wallner, Jeremy Bouyer