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Entomology
Alexander Soohoo-Hui, Zhilin Li, L. Paulina Maldonado-Ruiz, Ganyu Zhang, Daniel R. Swale
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Parasitology
Ru Yan, Zhanyi Xu, Jiali Qian, Qiaoling Zhou, Huiming Wu, Yahui Liu, Yirong Guo, Guonian Zhu, Mengli Chen
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PARASITES & VECTORS
(2022)
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Parasitology
Maria C. Carrasquilla, Mario I. Ortiz, Cielo Leon, Silvia Rondon, Manisha A. Kulkarni, Benoit Talbot, Beate Sander, Heriberto Vasquez, Juan M. Cordovez, Camila Gonzalez
Summary: A study conducted in Ibague, Colombia found that Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes are vectors for dengue, Zika, and chikungunya viruses, with dengue and chikungunya circulating in the area but Zika virus remaining undetected. The research results showed that mosquitoes were mainly found in low socioeconomic areas and indoors, with a higher number of female mosquitoes that have fed on human blood, indicating a high risk of arbovirus transmission in Ibague.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2021)
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Entomology
Andres Carrazco-Montalvo, Patricio Ponce, Stephany D. Villota, Emmanuelle Quentin, Sofia Munoz-Tobar, Josefina Coloma, Varsovia Cevallos
Summary: This study investigated the genetic diversity of Ecuadorian populations of Aedes albopictus, a mosquito species known for transmitting viral diseases, and predicted its suitable habitats in Ecuador. The results revealed two haplotypes within the populations, suggesting potential differences in adaptation traits between them. The study also presented a prediction model that showed the vector could spread through all regions of Ecuador, including the Galapagos Islands. Understanding different aspects of the local populations can contribute to better vector surveillance and control strategies in the country.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Avisha Chowdhury, Cassandra M. Modahl, Dorothee Misse, R. Manjunatha Kini, Julien Pompon
Summary: The study investigated the responses of mosquito salivary gland proteomes to dengue, Zika, and chikungunya viruses and identified proteins involved in antiviral immunity and blood-feeding functions. The viruses regulated a number of proteins, but several uncharacterized proteins were found to have antiviral effects against these viruses. The findings provide a comprehensive understanding of the molecular mechanisms influencing virus transmission.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Zhiqiang Li, Cejuan Ji, Jinzhi Cheng, Magnus Abrink, Tao Shen, Xiaoyuan Kuang, Zhengling Shang, Jiahong Wu
Summary: This study investigates the immunological impact of two mosquito saliva proteins on mast cells and proteases, finding that they can modulate mast cell-driven immune response and contribute to inflammatory reactions.
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Parasitology
Minghui Zhao, Xin Ran, Yu Bai, Zu Ma, Jian Gao, Dan Xing, Chunxiao Li, Xiaoxia Guo, Xianyi Jian, Wei Liu, Yun Liao, Kan Chen, Hengduan Zhang, Tongyan Zhao
Summary: This study investigated the genetic diversity and differentiation of Ae. aegypti and Ae. albopictus in Hainan Island and the Leizhou Peninsula, China. The results showed that Ae. albopictus had higher genetic diversity than Ae. aegypti. These findings are important for controlling arboviral diseases transmitted by mosquitoes and may support the elimination of Ae. aegypti in China.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2023)
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Parasitology
Sebastian Diaz, Carolina Camargo, Frank W. Avila
Summary: Aedes aegypti and Ae. albopictus exhibit distinct differences in the microbiota composition of the reproductive tract, with unique bacterial communities found in different tissues of the reproductive system. Host species and tissue type were identified as the primary factors influencing microbiota composition, with specific metabolic pathways showing changes associated with mating and blood-feeding in females.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2021)
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Entomology
Eunice Nayeli Martinez-Garcia, Esteban E. Diaz-Gonzalez, Carlos F. Marina, J. Guillermo Bond, Jorge J. Rodriguez-Rojas, Gustavo Ponce-Garcia, Rosa M. Sanchez-Casas, Ildefonso Fernandez-Salas
Summary: Diseases transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes are a growing global concern. The Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) is a strategy for controlling mosquito populations, and egg storage is essential in SIT programs. This study found that two moisturizing substances, hydrolyzed collagen and Hyalurosmooth(R), can prolong the viability of Aedes mosquito eggs, showing promise in mass rearing insect production for vector control.
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Parasitology
Muhammad Sajjad Sarwar, Nusrat Jahan, Azeem Ali, Hafiz Kamran Yousaf, Iqra Munzoor
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(2022)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Andre B. B. Wilke, Chalmers Vasquez, Gabriel Cardenas, Augusto Carvajal, Johana Medina, William D. Petrie, John C. Beier
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SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
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Immunology
Yusnita Mirna Anggraeni, Triwibowo Ambar Garjito, Mega Tyas Prihatin, Sri Wahyuni Handayani, Kusumaningtyas Sekar Negari, Ary Oktsari Yanti, Muhammad Choirul Hidajat, Dhian Prastowo, Tri Baskoro Tunggul Satoto, Sylvie Manguin, Laurent Gavotte, Roger Frutos
Summary: Chikungunya virus has undergone a genotype replacement in Indonesia, with the Asian-Pacific genotype replacing the Asian genotype. The study raises questions about the mechanisms behind this rapid and massive replacement.
FRONTIERS IN CELLULAR AND INFECTION MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
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Microbiology
Qianghui Zhang, Yuting Jiang, Chaojie Li, Jian Gao, Teng Zhao, Hengduan Zhang, Chunxiao Li, Dan Xing, Yande Dong, Tongyan Zhao, Xiaoxia Guo
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Alexandra A. Mushegian, Naresh Neupane, Zachary Batz, Motoyoshi Mogi, Nobuko Tuno, Takako Toma, Ichiro Miyagi, Leslie Ries, Peter A. Armbruster
Summary: Recurring seasonal changes can lead to the evolution of phenological cues. For example, many arthropods undergo photoperiodic diapause when the days get shorter in autumn. This study shows that latitudinal clines in diapause timing of an invasive mosquito can be explained by a novel application of a growing degree day model.
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Parasitology
Yi Dai, Xin Li, Jinying Ding, Zihan Liang, Renxian Guo, Tangwei Yi, Yihan Zhu, Siqi Chen, Shaohui Liang, Wenquan Liu
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Lulu Zheng, Yongfeng Fu, Xiran Jiang, Suqin Man, Wei Ran, Meng Feng, Sixiu Liu, Xunjia Cheng, Guodong Sui
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yongfeng Fu, Shibo Li, Zhao Zhang, Suqin Man, Xueping Li, Wenhong Zhang, Chiyu Zhang, Xunjia Cheng
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Xiangyang Min, Meng Feng, Yue Guan, Suqin Man, Yongfeng Fu, Xunjia Cheng, Hiroshi Tachibana
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(2016)
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Infectious Diseases
Su-Qin Man, Ke Qiao, Jie Cui, Meng Feng, Yong-Feng Fu, Xun-Jia Cheng
INFECTIOUS DISEASES OF POVERTY
(2016)
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Microbiology
Duo Wu, Ke Qiao, Meng Feng, Yongfeng Fu, Junlong Cai, Yihong Deng, Hiroshi Tachibana, Xunjia Cheng
JOURNAL OF EUKARYOTIC MICROBIOLOGY
(2018)
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Chemistry, Analytical
Wenwen Jing, Jie Cui, Yongfeng Fu, Qi Liu, Suqin Man, Guodong Sui, Xunjia Cheng
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS B-CHEMICAL
(2017)
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Biology
Jun Liu, Meng Feng, Xiaolan Wang, Yongfeng Fu, Cailing Ma, Xunjia Cheng
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Microbiology
Suqin Man, Yongfeng Fu, Yue Guan, Meng Feng, Ke Qiao, Xueping Li, Hongjian Gao, Xunjia Cheng
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2017)
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Biochemical Research Methods
Shuxian Chen, Xu Wang, Xianghui Ye, Donghui Ma, Caiwei Chen, Junlong Cai, Yongfeng Fu, Xunjia Cheng, Yun Chen, Xiaohai Gong, Jian Jin
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Biochemical Research Methods
Bo Dai, Lu He, Lulu Zheng, Yongfeng Fu, Kaimin Wang, Guodong Sui, Dawei Zhang, Songlin Zhuang, Xu Wang
JOURNAL OF BIOPHOTONICS
(2019)
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Parasitology
Bin Xu, Xiu-Feng Liu, Yu-Chun Cai, Ji-Lei Huang, Rui-Xiang Zhang, Jun-Hu Chen, Xun-Jia Cheng, Xia Zhou, Xue-Nian Xu, Yan Zhou, Ting Zhang, Shen-Bo Chen, Jian Li, Qun-Feng Wu, Cheng-Song Sun, Yong-Feng Fu, Jia-Xu Chen, Xiao-Nong Zhou, Wei Hu
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2018)
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Infectious Diseases
Yue Guan, Meng Feng, Xiangyang Min, Hang Zhou, Yongfeng Fu, Hiroshi Tachibana, Xunjia Cheng
PLOS NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASES
(2018)
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Biology
Miao Wei, Meng Feng, Yue Guan, Ce Guo, Hang Zhou, Yongfeng Fu, Hiroshi Tachibana, Xunjia Cheng
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Cell Biology
Lijun Zhu, Wanjun Qi, Guang Yang, Yurong Yang, Yuwen Wang, Lulu Zheng, Yongfeng Fu, Xunjia Cheng
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