Article
Infectious Diseases
Weirong Yan, Anna Machowska, Amphoy Sihavong, Vanphanom Sychareun, Kongmany Chaleunvong, Bounxou Keohavong, Jaran Eriksen, Claudia Hanson, Manivanh Vongsouvath, Annelie Brauner, Mayfong Mayxay, Sengchanh Kounnavong, Cecilia Stalsby Lundborg
Summary: This study investigated the prescribing pattern of antibiotics during childbirth in two districts of Lao PDR. The findings revealed a high rate of antibiotic prescription in connection to childbirth, exceeding the WHO guidelines, and extensive use of antibiotics in the participating health facilities. Urgent interventions are needed to guide appropriate prescribing behavior during childbirth in Lao PDR.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Taryn J. Smith, Xiuping Tan, Charles D. Arnold, Dalaphone Sitthideth, Sengchanh Kounnavong, Sonja Y. Hess
Summary: This study found that postpartum dietary restrictions are common among women in northern Lao PDR. Older age, higher gravidity, and better household socioeconomic status were associated with allowing more diverse foods, while women from food insecure households tended to follow more restrictive diets for longer. Culturally appropriate strategies to increase micronutrient intakes among women should be considered.
MATERNAL AND CHILD NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Amkha Xayyabouapha, Vanphanom Sychareun, Bui Thi Tu Quyen, Manivone Thikeo, Jo Durham
Summary: The study reveals a high proportion of mothers with postpartum depressive symptoms in Vientiane Capital, Lao PDR, with associated factors including having multiple children, experiencing mental health problems during pregnancy, conflicts with family members, intimate partner violence, and moderate social support. In settings with limited resources, primary healthcare providers should be supported to identify risk factors and symptoms and provide essential services for postpartum depression. Additionally, efforts to address stigma surrounding mental health and domestic violence are necessary to encourage women to seek healthcare.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
P. Sultan, S. E. Jensen, J. Taylor, Y. El-Sayed, S. Carmichael, D. Cella, M. S. Angst, B. Gaudilliere, D. J. Lyell, B. Carvalho
Summary: This study identified 13 postpartum recovery domains through interviews and focus group meetings, including psychosocial distress, surgical/medical factors, infant feeding and breast health. The most frequently discussed factors facilitating recovery were family support, lactation/breastfeeding support, and partner support, while inadequate social support was the most frequently discussed factor hindering recovery.
BJOG-AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Salma A. Dawoud, Joanna I. M. Silverman, Sophia M. Chung
Summary: Pregnant women with acute ophthalmic signs should be evaluated for meningioma due to the proximity of growing tumors to visual pathways. This case highlights a transient oculomotor nerve palsy in a 32-year-old pregnant woman with a cavernous sinus meningioma, which improved after cesarean birth.
OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Sengchanh Kounnavong, Weirong Yan, Amphoy Sihavong, Vanphanom Sychareun, Jaran Eriksen, Claudia Hanson, Kongmany Chaleunvong, Bounxou Keohavong, Manivanh Vongsouvath, Mayfong Mayxay, Annelie Brauner, Cecilia Stalsby Lundborg, Anna Machowska
Summary: This study aimed to assess knowledge, attitudes, and reported practice of pregnant women regarding antibiotic use and antibiotic resistance, as well as their approach towards antibiotic use for their newborn babies. The findings revealed sub-optimal knowledge among pregnant women, but they showed appropriate attitudes towards antibiotic use during pregnancy and for their child.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Rossarin Karnpean, Nawinda Vanichakulthada, Wanwisa Suwannaloet, Ruttiya Thongrung, Sanita Singsanan, Nattapol Prakobkaew, Goonnapa Fucharoen, Supan Fucharoen
Summary: This study indicates that thalassemia and hemoglobinopathies, rather than iron deficiency, are the major causes of anemia in the Thailand-Lao PDR-Cambodia tri-border region. This information should be useful for implementing an anemia control program in the region.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Nadia Kamel, Rachida El Boullani, Yahia Cherrah
Summary: Southern Morocco, especially the Guelmim-Oued Noun region, has a rich diversity of plant species. Pregnant women in this region have a high prevalence of using medicinal plants during pregnancy and childbirth for various purposes, with pain, induction and facilitation of childbirth, flu syndrome, and anemia being the most common reasons. The use of medicinal plants is significantly associated with education level and pregnancy monitoring.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Ashraf Kazemi, Marjan Beigi, Hajar Enteshary Najafabadi
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate environmental factors influencing women's childbirth experiences in the LDRP unit. The results showed that the childbirth experience in the LDRP unit was influenced by physical security, a meaning-oriented environment, and physical comfort. In order to design a peaceful environment, these factors need to be taken into account.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Hung-Hui Chen, Jerry Cheng-Yen Lai, Fang-Ming Hwang, Li-Yin Chien
Summary: This study examined the temporal relationships between bi-dimensional acculturation and depressive symptoms among marriage-based immigrant mothers in Taiwan. The results showed that adaptation to the host culture and maintenance of the mother's own heritage culture had different associations with maternal depressive symptoms. Health professionals should assist immigrant mothers in adapting to the host culture while supporting their heritage culture in the childbearing period.
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Pollyanna Pavlidis, Katherine Eddy, Laura Phung, Elise Farrington, Mairead Connolly, Rudy Lopes, Alyce N. Wilson, Caroline S. E. Homer, Joshua P. Vogel
Summary: This project aimed to develop a database of Australian and international recommendations on antenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care of women during the COVID-19 pandemic, to identify inconsistencies in clinical guidance. Results showed high consensus across guidelines for specific interventions, but variable guidance was identified in certain areas, creating challenges for maternity care clinicians.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Clara E. Busse, Mark L. Wilson, Ashura Bakari, Cheryl A. Moyer
Summary: Urban African women in Africa widely use herbs during pregnancy, which is associated with negative neonatal outcomes. It is crucial to educate all women about the possible negative impacts of herb use during pregnancy and delivery, regardless of their socioeconomic status or other demographic variables.
JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Psychiatry
Lara Seefeld, Victoria Weise, Marie Kopp, Susanne Knappe, Susan Garthus-Niegel
Summary: This study explores the longitudinal associations between prepartum fear of childbirth, birth experience, and postpartum mother-child bonding. The results suggest that the association between fear of childbirth and mother-child bonding is mediated by the birth experience, highlighting the importance of a woman's positive subjective experience. The findings have implications for peripartum interventions for women at risk for poor mother-child bonding.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
Review
Nursing
Esther Dominguez-Solis, Marta Lima-Serrano, Joaquin Salvador Lima-Rodriguez
Summary: This study systematically reviewed 21 non-pharmacological interventions to reduce anxiety during pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum. The most effective interventions during pregnancy were behavioral activation, cognitive behavioral therapy, yoga, music therapy, and relaxation, while aromatherapy was found to be effective during childbirth. Most interventions targeted women, with a few involving both partners.
Article
Biology
Fatemeh Mousavi, Parisa Shojaei
Summary: The study aimed to model the relationship between risk factors of postpartum depression and quality of life in Iranian women. The results revealed a prevalence of postpartum depression at 5.6%, with factors such as age, education, occupation, living arrangements, and quality of life influencing postpartum depression. Living arrangements directly impacted postpartum depression, while occupation had an indirect effect, as shown by path analysis.
YALE JOURNAL OF BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Vincent Manzanilla, Irene Teixidor-Toneu, Gary J. Martin, Peter M. Hollingsworth, Hugo J. de Boer, Anneleen Kool
Summary: The study demonstrates the efficacy of target capture genomic barcoding in identifying the geographic origin of traded plant species and shows its potential role in monitoring and regulating plant species in trade.
MOLECULAR ECOLOGY RESOURCES
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marcel Polling, Melati Sin, Letty A. de Weger, Arjen G. C. L. Speksnijder, Mieke J. F. Koenders, Hugo de Boer, Barbara Gravendeel
Summary: Airborne pollen monitoring is important for providing information on allergenic pollen in the air. DNA metabarcoding, especially using nrITS2, can greatly improve taxonomic resolution and provide better quantification of pollen abundance. This study in the Netherlands shows that nrITS2 is a preferred marker for molecular airborne pollen monitoring.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Evolutionary Biology
Andrew J. Helmstetter, Sylvain Glemin, Jos Kafer, Rosana Zenil-Ferguson, Herv Sauquet, Hugo de Boer, Leo-Paul M. J. Dagallier, Nathan Mazet, Eliette L. Reboud, Thomas L. P. Couvreur, Fabien L. Condamine
Summary: Estimating time-dependent rates of speciation and extinction from phylogenetic trees is crucial for understanding biodiversity. However, recent findings have raised questions about the reliability of these estimations. Despite this, studying macroevolution using phylogenetic trees is still exciting and promising. By acknowledging limitations and advancing modeling techniques, we can make progress as a scientific community.
SYSTEMATIC BIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Susanne Masters, Bastien Anthoons, Panagiotis Madesis, Seethapathy G. Saroja, Maarten Schermer, Wilfred Gerritsen, Arzu Karahan, Rick Verdoes, Rachel Schwallier, Tinde van Andel, Hugo de Boer, Barbara Gravendeel
Summary: This study reveals the illegal trade of legally protected orchids through online platforms, with salep being a prominent product. Despite being restricted by national and international legislation, the sale and collection of salep still pose a significant threat to the survival of certain orchid species.
BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Isabel Cristina Cadavid, Carlos E. Giraldo, Natalia Balbinott, Mailyn Adriana Gonzalez, Sandra Ines Uribe, Hugo J. de Boer
Summary: This study investigates the feasibility of using standard DNA barcoding markers for molecular identification in Solanum subgenus Leptostemonum. The study finds that the nrITS region is the most variable and can provide high resolution in species discrimination, especially for closely related species. However, the universality and amplification success rate of nrITS are limited. Therefore, it is recommended to supplement the standard matK coding region barcode with nrITS in the Leptostemonum group.
JOURNAL OF PLANT BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Maria Ariza, Bertrand Fouks, Quentin Mauvisseau, Rune Halvorsen, Inger Greve Alsos, Hugo J. de Boer
Summary: Several studies have shown that eDNA-based proxies have the potential for plant identification, but their spatial and temporal resolution is not well understood. This study calibrates the plant signals detected by soil eDNA surveys by comparing them with above-ground vegetation surveys. The results show the potential of soil eDNA assessments for monitoring vegetation responses over broad spatial and temporal scales.
METHODS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Bastien Anthoons, Georgios Lagiotis, Andreas D. Drouzas, Hugo de Boer, Panagiotis Madesis
Summary: This study developed a high-resolution melting DNA-based protocol for discriminating between phenotypically similar toxic and edible plant species in mixtures, even in simulated gastric acid, which has important implications for application in medicine, forensics, and the agricultural industry.
JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Maonian Xu, Ernest Oppong-Danquah, Xiaoyu Wang, Sebastian Oddsson, Asmaa Abdelrahman, Simon Vilms Pedersen, Maria Szomek, Aron Elvar Gylfason, Bergthora Sigridur Snorradottir, Eva Arnspang Christensen, Deniz Tasdemir, Cynthia J. Jameson, Sohail Murad, Olafur Sigmar Andresson, Kristinn Petur Magnusson, Hugo J. de Boer, Margret Thorsteinsdottir, Sesselja Omarsdottir, Starri Heidmarsson, Elin Soffia Olafsdottir
Summary: This study characterized the spatial distribution of the predominant usnic acid enantiomer in lichens in Iceland using spatial imaging and chiral chromatography techniques. The results revealed the distribution of usnic acid in lichens and provided an analytical foundation for future environmental and functional studies of usnic acid enantiomers in lichens.
Article
Plant Sciences
Hien Thi Thu Le, Linh Nhat Nguyen, Hang Le Bich Pham, Hao Thi My Le, Toan Duc Luong, Hue Thi Thu Huynh, Van Tuong Nguyen, Hai Van Nong, Irene Teixidor-Toneu, Hugo J. De Boer, Vincent Manzanilla
Summary: The global medicinal plant market for ginseng is worth billions of dollars. Many ginseng species, including the endemic Panax vietnamensis, are threatened in the wild. To preserve biodiversity and meet medicinal demand, sustainable development initiatives are needed. The study found high genetic diversity and gene flow between wild and cultivated populations of P. vietnamensis, attributed to ancient and ongoing cultivation practices and trade activities. It highlights the importance of partnering with indigenous peoples and local communities for biodiversity conservation and sustainable development.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Thomas Baudry, Quentin Mauvisseau, Alexandre Arque, Jean-Pierre Gout, Carine Delaunay, Hugo J. de Boer, Frederic Grandjean
Summary: In this study, an eDNA detection protocol was developed to investigate the presence of Anablepsoides cryptocallus, the only endemic freshwater fish of Martinique. The presence of the species was confirmed in 27 sites using eDNA detection. eDNA-based detection was found to be more effective and less time-consuming than conventional fishing, making it a relevant tool for future studies.
AQUATIC CONSERVATION-MARINE AND FRESHWATER ECOSYSTEMS
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Andrew J. Helmstetter, Rosana Zenil-Ferguson, Herve Sauquet, Sarah P. Otto, Marcos Mendez, Mario Vallejo-Marin, Juerg Schoenenberger, Concetta Burgarella, Bruce Anderson, Hugo de Boer, Sylvain Glemin, Jos Kafer
Summary: This study synthesized data from 152 studies on angiosperm clades using state-dependent speciation and extinction models, and found that intrinsic traits related to reproduction and morphology are often linked to species diversification. However, a set of universal drivers did not emerge as these traits had inconsistent effects across clades. Additionally, the study found that data set properties such as tree size, age, and sampling quality were correlated to SSE model results, and provided best practices for study design and reporting.
Article
Evolutionary Biology
Lutz Bachmann, Jan Beermann, Thomas Brey, Hugo J. de Boer, Jennifer Dannheim, Bente Edvardsen, Per G. P. Ericson, Kevin C. Holston, Veronika A. Johansson, Paul Kloss, Rebecca Konijnenberg, Karen J. Osborn, Paula Pappalardo, Hendrik Pehlke, Dieter Piepenburg, Torsten H. Struck, Per Sundberg, Stine Svalheim Markussen, Katharina Teschke, Maarten P. M. Vanhove
Summary: On August 25th, 2022, the Zoologica Scripta - An International Journal of Systematic Zoology and the Norwegian Academy of Sciences and Letters held a symposium titled 'The role of systematics for understanding ecosystem functions' in Oslo, Norway. The symposium aimed to provide a platform for exploring and discussing trends and future developments in the field of systematics. Eleven international experts contributed their expertise on various global challenges, including biodiversity assessments, databases, cutting-edge analysis tools, and the consequences of the taxonomic impediment. In this paper, we compiled a proceedings paper that includes the contributions of the symposium, organized into chapters, presenting the content and key conclusions of the majority of the presentations.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Alfred Burian, Kat Bruce, Erica Tovela, Judith Bakker, Laura Balcells, Rhett Bennett, Sarah Chordekar, Hugo M. Costa, Alex Crampton-Platt, Hugo de Boer, Vere Ross-Gillespie, Antonio de Sacramento, Naseeba Sidat, Luisa Simbine, Jonathan Ready, Cuong Tang, Quentin Mauvisseau
Summary: The coastline of Sub-Saharan Africa has diverse fish communities of great conservation value, but they are threatened by overexploitation and their conservation state is often unknown. This study used citizen science-based eDNA surveys to assess fish communities in Mozambique and found a high average fish species richness. Different sections of the coastline showed variations in threatened and commercially important species, highlighting the need for region-specific management strategies. The study also revealed a trade-off between primer sets for eDNA analysis, with one set detecting more species and the other set performing better in detecting threatened fish species.
MOLECULAR ECOLOGY RESOURCES
(2023)
Article
Anthropology
Tsedal Asres Wendmu, Tesfakiros Semere Gebrelibanos, Mallikarjuna Rao Kovi, Kristoffer Hofaker Ring, Hugo J. de Boer, Fetien Abay Abera, Ola Tveitereid Westengen
Summary: This study investigates the factors that have influenced the genetic diversity of sorghum varieties cultivated by Kunama and Tigrayan farmers in Northern Ethiopia. By combining methods from crop science and cultural anthropology, the researchers examine the historical and contemporary relationships between crop genetic diversity and cultural and social factors. The spatial genetic structure reveals both deep affinities between cultures and crops and the openness of the seed systems to exchange and gene-flow. The findings highlight the importance of understanding cultural factors for genetic resource conservation, as well as for plant breeding and seed system development efforts.
Meeting Abstract
Plant Sciences
A. C. Raclariu-Manolica, Q. Mauvisseau, R. Paranaiba, H. J. De Boer, C. Socaciu
