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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Saad M. Alzahrani
Summary: The study evaluated the susceptibility and resistance of house fly strains in Riyadh to triflumuron and pyriproxyfen. Results showed that pyriproxyfen is an effective insecticide for controlling house flies and should be used in rotation with other insecticides.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Shinji Kasai, Kentaro Itokawa, Nozomi Uemura, Aki Takaoka, Shogo Furutani, Yoshihide Maekawa, Daisuke Kobayashi, Nozomi Imanishi-Kobayashi, Michael Amoa-Bosompem, Katsunori Murota, Yukiko Higa, Hitoshi Kawada, Noboru Minakawa, Tran Chi Cuong, Nguyen Thi Yen, Tran Vu Phong, Sath Keo, Kroesna Kang, Kozue Miura, Lee Ching Ng, Hwa-Jen Teng, Samuel Dadzie, Sri Subekti, Kris Cahyo Mulyatno, Kyoko Sawabe, Takashi Tomita, Osamu Komagata
Summary: Aedes aegypti, the main mosquito vector for dengue and other arboviral infectious diseases, has developed high levels of pyrethroid resistance in populations collected from Vietnam and Cambodia. This resistance could pose a serious threat to the control of dengue fever and other Aedes-borne infectious diseases.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Talya Shragai, Juliana Perez-Perez, Marcela del Pilar Quimbayo-Forero, Raul Rojo, Laura C. Harrington, Guillermo Rua-Uribe
Summary: Dengue is becoming an increasing global threat in rapidly growing urban areas. This study analyzes nine years of dengue case data in Medellin, Colombia and finds that changes in accessibility and usage of public transit are correlated with changes in the spread and magnitude of localized outbreaks. Locations closer to and with greater utilization of public transit have higher dengue incidence, with a stronger effect observed in lower socioeconomic status areas. These results emphasize the importance of public health services in conjunction with urban growth.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Glauber Da Costa, Moyses F. A. Neto, Alicia K. P. Da Silva, Ester M. F. De Sa, Luanne C. F. Cancela, Jeanina S. Vega, Cassio M. Lobato, Juliana P. Zuliani, Jose M. Espejo-Roman, Joaquin M. Campos, Franco H. A. Leite, Cleydson B. R. Santos
Summary: This study aimed to develop new insecticides against Aedes aegypti, the main vector for several viral diseases. Through computational methods and screening, five compounds with potential insecticidal activity were identified. These compounds were found to be dual inhibitors of chitin synthase and juvenile hormonal protein, making them potential candidates for controlling Aedes aegypti mosquitoes.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
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Infectious Diseases
Audrey Lenhart, Carmen Elena Castillo, Elci Villegas, Neal Alexander, Veerle Vanlerberghe, Patrick van der Stuyft, Philip S. McCall
Summary: A large-scale trial in Venezuela found that the use of insecticide treated curtains and water jar covers can effectively control dengue vector populations, especially when used in combination.
PLOS NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASES
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Cory W. Morin, Samuel Sellers, Kristie L. Ebi
Summary: This study explored the relationship between seasonal climate variability and dengue fever (DF) in Brazil using temperature-based models. The results showed that areas with higher mosquito survival probabilities and shorter extrinsic incubation periods (EIPs) were more likely to have DF case reports, but with significant intra-annual variability. The study also extrapolated the findings to the Americas, mapping the seasonal change in the range of areas suitable for dengue virus transmission and the population living in those areas using climate data from the past decade (2010-2019).
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH LETTERS
(2022)
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Agronomy
Hasan Mohammad Al-Amin, Narayan Gyawali, Melissa Graham, Mohammad Shafiul Alam, Audrey Lenhart, Leon E. Hugo, Gordana Rasic, Nigel W. Beebe, Gregor J. Devine
Summary: Dengue control in Bangladesh relies on targeting the primary vector Aedes aegypti with insecticides and larval source management. However, intense insecticide resistance in vector populations is compromising the effectiveness of control strategies. A more sustainable and effective approach is needed.
PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Amalia Soares Vieira de Vasconcelos, Josenildo Silva de Lima, Rodrigo Tomas Nogueira Cardoso
Summary: Epidemiological models that consider arthropod vectors can help reduce the use of insecticides and social costs, and studying dengue is important in this context.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Review
Virology
Kathryn M. Edenborough, Heather A. Flores, Cameron P. Simmons, Johanna E. Fraser
Summary: The introduction of Wolbachia strains into Aedes aegypti mosquito populations has been shown to significantly reduce dengue incidence, although RNA viruses are known to adapt to antiviral pressures. Long-term surveillance for resistant viruses should be an essential component of Wolbachia-introgression biocontrol programs.
JOURNAL OF VIROLOGY
(2021)
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Parasitology
Thanyalak Fansiri, Arissara Pongsiri, Patcharee Khongtak, Chanyapat Nitatsukprasert, Wachiraphan Chittham, Boonsong Jaichapor, Nattaphol Pathawong, Udom Kijchalao, Somsak Tiangtrong, Preeraya Singkhaimuk, Alongkot Ponlawat
Summary: This study evaluated the efficacy of different IGRs on Aedes aegypti in Thailand, focusing on larval development, adult characteristics, and reproductive systems. The results showed that certain IGRs effectively inhibited adult emergence and disrupted reproductive systems in both male and female mosquitoes.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Kyle R. Ryff, Aidsa Rivera, Dania M. Rodriguez, Gilberto A. Santiago, Freddy A. Medina, Esther M. Ellis, Jomil Torres, Ann Pobutsky, Jorge Munoz-Jordan, Gabriela Paz-Bailey, Laura E. Adams
Summary: From 2010 to 2020, approximately 30,000 cases of dengue were reported in the US territories, with the highest incidence during outbreak years. Children and adolescents aged <20 years were disproportionately affected, highlighting the need for interventions tailored for this population. Ongoing education for healthcare providers and dengue case surveillance and serotyping are important for improving patient outcomes and guiding future control measures.
MMWR SURVEILLANCE SUMMARIES
(2023)
Review
Immunology
Zhuanzhuan Liu, Qingxin Zhang, Liya Li, Junjie He, Jinyang Guo, Zichen Wang, Yige Huang, Zimeng Xi, Fei Yuan, Yiji Li, Tingting Li
Summary: This review explores the correlations between temperature and dengue epidemics, including the distribution and development of Aedes mosquitoes, the structure of DENV, and the vector competence of Aedes mosquitoes. Additionally, it discusses the immune and metabolic mechanism through which temperature affects the vector competence of Aedes mosquitoes to transmit DENV.
FRONTIERS IN CELLULAR AND INFECTION MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Nanwintoum Severin Bimbile Somda, Hanano Yamada, Carina Kraupa, Wadaka Mamai, Hamidou Maiga, Simran Singh Kotla, Thomas Wallner, Claudia Martina, Jeremy Bouyer
Summary: This study investigated the use of nitrogen in the irradiation of adult Aedes albopictus and Ae. aegypti. The results showed that nitrogen treatment improved the longevity of irradiated males but slightly reduced their flight ability. Nitrogen treatment was found to be a reliable method for adult mosquito immobilization.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Kana Ebihara, Ryusuke Niwa
Summary: Chemical compounds that inhibit the activity of Nobo protein can be insect growth regulators that disrupt molting and metamorphosis, leading to the death of insects. Targeting Nobo could be a specific approach to develop insect growth regulators for a narrow spectrum of insect taxa. This is particularly important for controlling mosquito vectors that transmit diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
L. L. Lima, A. P. F. Atman
Summary: In an increasingly interconnected society, preventing epidemics has become a major challenge. Using an agent-based model, the authors investigated the network morphology of a dengue endemic region considering different serotypes and a small population. The simulation results indicate that the spread of dengue is primarily driven by human-to-human and human-to-mosquito interaction, reinforcing the importance of controlling the vector to prevent episodes of epidemic outbreaks.
Review
Infectious Diseases
Nicole L. Achee, John P. Grieco, Hassan Vatandoost, Goncalo Seixas, Joao Pinto, Lee Ching-Ng, Ademir J. Martins, Waraporn Juntarajumnong, Vincent Corbel, Clement Gouagna, Jean-Philippe David, James G. Logan, James Orsborne, Eric Marois, Gregor J. Devine, John Vontas
PLOS NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASES
(2019)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Gabriela de Azambuja Garcia, Gabriel Sylvestre, Raquel Aguiar, Guilherme Borges da Costa, Ademir Jesus Martins, Jose Bento Pereira Lima, Martha T. Petersen, Ricardo Lourenco-de-Oliveira, Marion F. Shadbolt, Gordana Rasic, Ary A. Hoffmann, Daniel A. M. Villela, Fernando B. S. Dias, Yi Dong, Scott L. O'Neill, Luciano A. Moreira, Rafael Maciel-de-Freitas
PLOS NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASES
(2019)
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Parasitology
Eric Luiz Rodrigues de Sa, Cynara de Melo Rodovalho, Nilciane Pinto Ribeiro de Sousa, Ivy Luizi Rodrigues de Sa, Diogo Fernandes Bellinato, Luciana dos Santos Dias, Luana Carrara da Silva, Ademir Jesus Martins, Jose Bento Pereira Lima
MEMORIAS DO INSTITUTO OSWALDO CRUZ
(2019)
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Parasitology
Luana Cristina Farnesi, Thiago Affonso Belinato, Joao Silveira Moledo Gesto, Ademir Jesus Martins, Rafaela Vieira Bruno, Luciano Andrade Moreira
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2019)
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Parasitology
Vincent Corbel, Claire Durot, Nicole L. Achee, Fabrice Chandre, Mamadou B. Coulibaly, Jean-Philippe David, Gregor J. Devine, Isabelle Dusfour, Dina M. Fonseca, John Griego, Waraporn Juntarajumnong, Audrey Lenhart, Shinji Kasai, Ademir J. Martins, Catherine Moyes, Lee Ching Ng, Joao Pinto, Julien F. Pompon, Pie Muller, Kamaraju Raghavendra, David Roiz, Hassan Vatandoost, John Vontas, David Weetman
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2019)
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Parasitology
Ramao Luciano Nogueira Hayd, Luana Carrara, Joel de Melo Lima, Nathalia Coelho Vargas de Almeida, Jose Bento Pereira Lima, Ademir Martins
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2020)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Luciano Veiga Cosme, Andrea Gloria-Soria, Adalgisa Caccone, Jeffrey Robert Powell, Ademir Jesus Martins
PLOS NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASES
(2020)
Article
Parasitology
Carlucio Rocha dos Santos, Cynara de Melo Rodovalho, Willy Jablonka, Ademir Jesus Martins, Jose Bento Pereira Lima, Luciana dos Santos Dias, Mario Alberto Cardoso da Silva Neto, Georgia Correa Atella
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2020)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Monique Melo Costa, Kauara Brito Campos, Luiz Paulo Brito, Emmanuel Roux, Cynara Melo Rodovalho, Diogo Fernandes Bellinato, Jose Bento Pereira Lima, Ademir Jesus Martins
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2020)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Rafi Ur Rahman, Barbara Souza, Iftikhar Uddin, Luana Carrara, Luiz Paulo Brito, Monique Melo Costa, Muhammad Asif Mahmood, Sozaina Khan, Jose Bento Pereira Lima, Ademir Jesus Martins
Summary: Research found that Aedes populations in Lahore show resistance to pyrethroids while being susceptible to organophosphates and insect growth regulators. High frequency kdr haplotypes were observed in Ae. aegypti, and PBO increased sensitivity to permethrin. Multiple mechanisms, such as kdr mutations and P450 overexpression, are likely responsible for the resistance observed.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Rafi Ur Rahman, Luciano Veiga Cosme, Monique Melo Costa, Luana Carrara, Jose Bento Pereira Lima, Ademir Jesus Martins
Summary: Research found that Aedes aegypti populations in RJ are becoming more susceptible to larvicide temephos, with lower resistance ratios in populations where gene flow might be occurring. Additionally, populations were susceptible to pyriproxyfen and malathion, highly resistant to deltamethrin, and partially explained by high frequencies of kdr alleles. Population genetic analysis identified potential genetic clusters within RJ populations and higher gene flow in a touristic region. The study highlights the importance of monitoring insecticide resistance and genetic diversity for effective vector control programs.
PLOS NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASES
(2021)
Article
Parasitology
Bruno Gomes, Huarlen Ogelio, Fabiane Brant, Camila Jesus Pereira-Pinto, Michael J. Workman, Monique Costa, Jose Bento Pereira Lima, Ademir Jesus Martins, Marcelo Ramalho-Ortigao, Ravi Durvasula, Ivy Hurwitz, Mariana Rocha David, Fernando Ariel Genta
Summary: The study assessed the efficacy of an orange oil-based larvicide against Ae. aegypti strains with different resistance statuses and found it to be highly active in both laboratory and environmental conditions. This suggests the potential for developing orange oil as an alternative intervention for populations with resistance to common insecticides.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Barbara S. Souza, Leticia F. Lima, Allan K. R. Galardo, Vincent Corbel, Jose Bento P. Lima, Ademir J. Martins
Summary: Insecticide resistance in Aedes aegypti populations in Amapa State, Brazil, poses a significant threat to disease control. This study investigated the genetic structure and spread of kdr mutations in these populations and found a widespread distribution of these mutations. The study also revealed the presence of genetic differentiation among mosquito populations and suggested the existence of passive gene flow between clusters.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Parasitology
Aline Cordeiro Loureiro, Alejandra Saori Araki, Rafaela Vieira Bruno, Jose Bento Pereira Lima, Simone Ladeia-Andrade, Liliana Santacoloma, Ademir Jesus Martins
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the molecular diversity in genes related to behaviour and insecticide resistance in An. darlingi populations from the Amazonian region of Brazil and Colombia. The genes tim, per, and ace-1 showed high levels of polymorphism, and significant genetic differentiation was observed between An. darlingi populations from Brazil and Colombia.
MEMORIAS DO INSTITUTO OSWALDO CRUZ
(2023)
Article
Parasitology
Patricia Salgueiro, Johana Restrepo-Zabaleta, Monique Costa, Allan Kardec Ribeiro Galardo, Joao Pinto, Pascal Gaborit, Amandine Guidez, Ademir Jesus Martins, Isabelle Dusfour
MEMORIAS DO INSTITUTO OSWALDO CRUZ
(2019)
