Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
G. Dennis Shanks
Summary: The introduction of malaria to islands without prior history of the disease has on occasion led to severe epidemics. Although there have been several documented cases, major malaria epidemics are rare in the Indo-Pacific islands. The causes of such epidemics include changes in anopheline vectors and the introduction of new human populations carrying parasites.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE AND HYGIENE
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Medicinal
Yuri S. Khotimchenko, Denis N. Silachev, Vladimir L. Katanaev
Summary: Neurodegenerative diseases are becoming a major health issue, with marine pharmacology offering a potentially rich source of novel compounds for drug discovery. The Russian Pacific has the potential to be a treasure trove for marine-based drug development targeting neurodegenerative diseases.
Article
Ecology
Andre P. Samayoa, J. David Aguirre, Erwan Delrieu-Trottin, Libby Liggins
Summary: This study examined the historical biogeography of endemic marine fishes in subtropical islands of the Southwest Pacific. The results showed that most species originated in mainland Australia and that both geographical proximity and climatic differences played a significant role in determining colonization and speciation.
JOURNAL OF BIOGEOGRAPHY
(2023)
Article
Forestry
Yajaira Baeza-Guzman, Dora Trejo Aguilar, Noe Manuel Montano, Sara Lucia Camargo-Ricalde
Summary: The effect of an inoculum composed of Amanita stranella and Suillus decipiens on the growth and phenolic compounds of Pinus pseudostrobus var. coatepecensis seedlings was evaluated. The combined inoculation significantly increased plant growth, including height, root collar diameter, and total phenolic content, while promoting root development.
Letter
Immunology
Hyemi Song, Seungwan Ryoo, Bong-Kwang Jung, Jaeeun Cho, Taehee Chang, Sooji Hong, Hyejoo Shin, Woon-Mok Sohn, Jong-Yil Chai
Summary: In this study, human pseudoterranova decipiens larval infections were diagnosed in 12 health check-up patients in South Korea using molecular analysis. Based on high genetic similarity, all 12 larvae were identified as P. decipiens sensu stricto.
EMERGING INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Seham S. El-hawary, Taha F. S. Ali, Sara O. Abo El-Ela, Ahlam Elwekeel, Usama Ramadan Abdelmohsen, Asmaa Owis
Summary: This study identifies tricin from Livistona decipiens as a potential lead compound for inhibiting the COVID-19 virus main protease. In vitro experiments show that the alcoholic extract of the plant inhibits SARS-CoV-2, indicating its potential as an anti-COVID-19 agent with low toxicity. The study provides scientific basis for further in vivo testing and highlights the importance of finding affordable, safe, and natural sources for treating COVID-19.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Haoyu Pan, Xia Chen, PeiPei Wang, Junfeng Peng, Judong Li, Kan Ding
Summary: In this study, crude polysaccharide NDH0 extracted from the traditional Chinese medicine Nemacystus decipiens (N. decipiens) was found to significantly relieve symptoms of antibiotic associated diarrhea (AAD) by modulating gut microbiota composition, improving intestinal integrity, and reducing inflammation.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ce Wang, Bikash Thakuri, Amit Kumar Roy, Nitish Mondal, Yi Qi, Amit Chakraborty
Summary: The association between malaria incidence and climatic factors is controversial, hindering the progress of the Global Malaria Program. This study evaluated the relationship across all malaria endemic countries in Africa and the Asia-Pacific region. Using two decades of data, the study found heterogeneity in malaria incidence and reductions in the disease burden in Asia-Pacific countries, with exceptions in Africa. The study also identified positive associations between malaria incidence, minimum temperature, and precipitation in African countries, while several Asia-Pacific countries showed negative effects of precipitation.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Andre P. Samayoa, Carl D. Struthers, Thomas Trnski, Clive D. Roberts, Libby Liggins
Summary: This study characterized the spatio-temporal diversification of marine fishes endemic to remote oceanic islands of the Pacific through molecular phylogenies and geographic distribution analysis. The results revealed close affinity between these endemics and Australian fish fauna, with some unresolved geographic relationships. Additionally, the divergence time estimates indicated that the majority of endemic lineages diverged after the emergence of the oldest subtropical island, Lord Howe. Further regional surveys focused on DNA analysis are advocated to understand the role of these southwest Pacific subtropical islands in biodiversity diversification.
MOLECULAR PHYLOGENETICS AND EVOLUTION
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Rogerio Ferreira de Oliveira, Felipe de Medeiros Magalhaes, Bernardo Franco da Veiga Teixeira, Geraldo Jorge Barbosa de Moura, Clara Ribeiro Porto, Francisco Pericles Branco Bahiense Guimaraes, Ariovaldo Antonio Giaretta, Moacir Santos Tinoco
Summary: A new species from the Dendropsophus decipiens Group is described, genetically closer to D. oliveirai but morphologically resembling D. haddadi. It emits simple calls with specific characteristics, and represents the sixth species in the group, indicating a likely underestimation of Neotropical species richness.
Article
Ecology
Cheng-He Sun, Ye-Ling Lao, Jin-Long Huang, Xiao-Ying Huang, Qun Zhang
Summary: In recent years, economically important fish species in the Northwest Pacific have shrunk and declined due to fishing pressure and pollution. The genetic structure and geographic patterns of broadbanded velvetchin Hapalogenys analis were studied in four populations in the Northwest Pacific Ocean. Different genetic patterns and high levels of genetic differentiation were found in Chinese and Japanese populations. The study also identified factors like geological events and ocean circulation that influenced the population genetic structure and distribution pattern of the species.
REGIONAL STUDIES IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Cheng-He Sun, Fan Yang, Qi Huang, Xiao-Shu Zeng, Ya-Nan Zhang, Sha Li, Jian-Feng Yu, Qun Zhang
Summary: This study investigated the genetic population structure of the Japanese flounder in six populations in China. The results showed that the peripheral Fuqing population in the East China Sea had relatively low genetic diversity and high differentiation. Additionally, the study revealed that the Japanese flounder experienced population expansion during the Pleistocene.
ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2022)
Article
Forestry
Pamela Almonacid, Moises Rojas-Badilla, Carlos LeQuesne, Tomas Munoz-Salazar, Duncan A. Christie
Summary: This study focuses on the radial growth patterns and longevity of the endemic tree species Nothomyrcia fernandeziana in the Juan Fernandez Archipelago National Park in Chile. The results show that N. fernandeziana is a shade-tolerant species capable of responding rapidly to changes in environmental conditions. The study also reveals the longevity of up to 450 years for this tree species.
Article
Fisheries
Katarzyna Nadolna-Altyn, Joanna Pawlak, Marzenna Pachur
Summary: In the last decade, the dispersion of Anisakidae nematodes, particularly Contracaecum osculatum, among marine organisms in the Baltic Sea has been reported. The increase in the number of grey seals, which act as the final host for Contracaecum osculatum and Pseudoterranova sp., is believed to contribute to this dispersion. However, little is known about the spread and transmission of Pseudoterranova sp. in the Baltic Sea. This study aimed to investigate the role of sprat as a transport host for Pseudoterranova sp. in the Baltic Sea food web. The study found the presence of Pseudoterranova decipiens in sprat caught in the southeast of Bornholm, suggesting that sprat may play a role as a transmitter of P. decipiens in the Baltic Sea food web.
JOURNAL OF FISH DISEASES
(2023)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Guangbo Zhang, Zhen Wang, Tengfei Yan
Summary: This study sequenced and reported the complete chloroplast genome of E. decipiens for the first time, revealing its close relationship to Elaeocarpus braceanus in Elaeocarpacea based on phylogenetic analysis of 13 chloroplast genomes.
MITOCHONDRIAL DNA PART B-RESOURCES
(2021)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
A. A. Semenchenko, D. M. Atopkin
RUSSIAN JOURNAL OF MARINE BIOLOGY
(2012)
Article
Zoology
Valentina A. Teslenko, Dmitry M. Palatov, Alexander A. Semenchenko
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Evgeniy S. Balakirev, Alexandra Yu. Kravchenko, Alexander A. Semenchenko
Article
Zoology
Eugenyi A. Makarchenko, Alexander A. Semenchenko, Dmitry M. Palatov
Summary: Illustrated morphological descriptions of chironomid larvae from subfamily Orthocladiinae Cardiocladius sp. 1, as well as larvae and pupae of Eukiefferiella claripennis group inhabited of Simuliidae pupal cocoons are provided. DNA barcodes of these chironomid species and sequences of their hosts, four species of Liponeura Loew (Blephariceridae) and one species of Simulium aff. variegatum (Simuliidae), are given.
Article
Zoology
Eugenyi A. Makarchenko, Alexander A. Semenchenko, Dmitry M. Palatov
Summary: This study presents the results of a revision of the Diamesa steinboecki group, providing detailed descriptions of new species from different mountain regions and offering taxonomic, ecological, and biogeographical data. The research also discusses the application of DNA barcoding and emphasizes the principle of integrating morphological groups with geographical divisions.
Article
Plant Sciences
Anna Skriptsova, Masahiro Suzuki, Alexander A. Semenchenko
Summary: In this study, we assessed the morphological variation of Devaleraea mollis from the Northwest Pacific and found that it actually includes two species. The alga previously identified as 'Palmaria palmata' is now described as a new species, D. inkyuleei, which is morphologically similar to D. mollis but has a more southern range.
Article
Zoology
Eugenyi A. Makarchenko, Alexander A. Semenchenko, Dmitry M. Palatov
Summary: This paper provides illustrated descriptions of adult males of multiple species from the Russian Far East, North America, Arctic, Chukotka Region, Kolyma River basin, Norway, Japan, Himalayas, and Eurasia. Morphological data and DNA sequencing were used to classify these species, and information on their geographical distribution is provided.
Article
Parasitology
Y. I. Ivashko, A. A. Semenchenko, D. A. Solodovnik, D. M. Atopkin
Summary: In this study, new data on the complete mitochondrial DNA and ribosomal operon of the trematode Carassotrema koreanum were obtained using next-generation sequencing. Phylogenetic analysis and sequence cluster analysis based on codon usage bias revealed the taxonomical status of C. koreanum and provided insights into its codon usage characteristics.
JOURNAL OF HELMINTHOLOGY
(2022)
Correction
Plant Sciences
A. Skriptsova, T. L. Kalita, A. A. Semenchenko, S. Yu Shibneva
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
L. A. Medvedeva, A. A. Semenchenko
INLAND WATER BIOLOGY
(2019)