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Immunology
Yong Wei, Jiatian Wang, Yuan-Huan Wei, Zhangyao Song, Ke Hu, Yulan Chen, Guofa Zhou, Daibin Zhong, Xueli Zheng
Summary: The study found that Aedes albopictus mosquitoes from southern-western China have lower loads of dengue virus, which may be related to the innate immunity of mosquitoes, Wolbachia strains, and their relative densities.
FRONTIERS IN CELLULAR AND INFECTION MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
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Microbiology
Wendy S. Salinas, Teresa P. Feria-Arroyo, Christopher J. Vitek
Summary: The study found that Aedes albopictus had higher susceptibility to insecticides compared to Aedes aegypti, and mosquitoes kept at different temperatures exhibited varying levels of susceptibility to insecticides. The results suggest that public health officials should consider the temperature effects when controlling mosquitoes with insecticides.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Shayenne Olsson Freitas Silva, Cecilia Ferreira de Mello, Ronaldo Figueiro, Tatiana Docile, Michele Serdeiro, Fabiana Fagundes Fumian, Jeronimo Alencar
Summary: This study characterized the effects of abiotic factors on the oviposition behavior, abundance, and diversity of mosquito vectors of the yellow fever virus (YFV) in a tropical forest area in Brazil. The study highlighted the importance of Haemagogus janthinomys and Hg. leucocelaenus as primary YFV vectors in forest areas. Different mosquito species showed varying abundance at different heights, while Aedes albopictus was positively correlated with temperature. Monitoring Culicidae is essential for assessing the YFV transmission cycle in Atlantic forest fragments.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
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Entomology
Marco Carrieri, Alessandro Albieri, Paola Angelini, Monica Soracase, Michele Dottori, Gabriele Antolini, Romeo Bellini
Summary: The study found that the winter-spring period is crucial for the seasonal population density development of Aedes albopictus, with a temperate winter and dry/cold March, followed by a rainy and hot spring, as well as a rainy July, favoring the seasonal development of the species.
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Virology
Pamela S. Andrade, Ian N. Valenca, Marta R. S. Heinisch, Esmenia C. Rocha, Licia N. Fernandes, Nuno R. Faria, Ester C. Sabino, Tamara N. Lima-Camara
Summary: A recent study detected the presence of ISV WSLV4 in Aedes albopictus females in Sao Paulo, Brazil, marking the first detection of this virus in Latin America. The use of next-generation sequencing metagenomics allowed for the discovery and characterization of new insect-specific viruses. Further research is needed to understand the role of Aedes albopictus in the transmission of arboviruses in the Americas.
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Parasitology
Sebastien Boyer, Pierre-Olivier Maquart, Kalyan Chhuoy, Kimhuor Suor, Moeun Chhum, Kimly Heng, Sokkeang Leng, Didier Fontenille, Sebastien Marcombe
Summary: This study suggests that Bacillus thuringiensis ser. israelensis (Bti) can be considered as a serious alternative to the larvicide temephos for controlling Aedes aegypti larvae, and the carbamate adulticides propoxur and bendiocarb should be used instead of widely used pyrethroid insecticides for controlling adult Aedes aegypti on land under mosaic farming and crop rotation in Cambodia, as the insects have shown resistance to the latter type of insecticide. Research on insecticide resistance and innovative and effective vector control strategies should be prioritized in public health in Cambodia.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2022)
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Infectious Diseases
Germain Gil Padonou, Alphonse Keller Konkon, Albert Sourou Salako, David Mahouton Zoungbedji, Razaki Osse, Arthur Sovi, Roseric Azondekon, Aboubakar Sidick, Juvenal Minassou Ahouandjinou, Constantin Jesukede Adoha, Andre Aime Sominahouin, Filemon Tatcheme Tokponnon, Bruno Akinro, Haziz Sina, Lamine Baba-Moussa, Martin Codjo Akogbeto
Summary: This study aimed to assess the distribution, abundance, and biting behavior of Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus in Benin. The results showed that Aedes aegypti was widely distributed across the country, while Aedes albopictus was mainly found in the southern part, particularly in Avrankou. Both vectors exhibited exophagic behavior. This updated information on the distribution of Aedes mosquito species in Benin will contribute to accurately identifying areas at risk of arboviral diseases and planning effective vector control interventions.
TROPICAL MEDICINE AND INFECTIOUS DISEASE
(2023)
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Entomology
Mihaela Kavran, Arianna Puggioli, Sara Siljegovic, Dusan Canadzic, Nikola Lacarac, Mina Rakita, Aleksandra Ignjatovic Cupina, Fabrizio Balestrino, Dusan Petric, Romeo Bellini
Summary: This study compared the effectiveness of three larval diet recipes for the rearing of male Asian tiger mosquitoes, and evaluated economical feeding alternatives. The results showed that the MIX-14 diet had the best performance and lowest cost, making it a potential replacement for the expensive IAEA-BY diet.
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Entomology
R. Dulka T. Rajapaksha, Dona Pamoda W. Jayatunga, G. A. S. M. Ganehiarachchi
Summary: Aedes albopictus, commonly known as the Asian tiger mosquito, is a worldwide vector of dengue. This study analyzed the attraction, oviposition, and development of Ae. albopictus in response to selected vertebrate excreta. The results showed that gravid females of Ae. albopictus are significantly attracted to goat excreta, repelled by pig excreta, and have the highest oviposition preference for cow excreta.
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Entomology
Koon Weng Lau, Chee Dhang Chen, Van Lun Low, Han Lim Lee, Abdul Aziz Azidah, Mohd Sofian-Azirun
Summary: The resistance status of Aedes albopictus in Sarawak State, Malaysia, showed varying susceptibility and resistance patterns to different classes of adulticides, with cyfluthrin proving to be effective for control. Cross-resistance was observed within and between tested insecticide classes, highlighting the importance of monitoring and managing insecticide resistance in vector control efforts.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL ENTOMOLOGY
(2021)
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Parasitology
Janine Rau, Doreen Werner, Martin Beer, Dirk Hoeper, Helge Kampen
Summary: The study investigates the microbiome of Ae. albopictus populations in Germany and identifies RNA fragments of various viruses and microorganisms, with differences between male and female mosquitoes. Understanding the presence of microorganisms in mosquitoes can contribute to the development of new approaches to vector control.
PARASITOLOGY RESEARCH
(2022)
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Parasitology
Donald A. Yee, Limarie J. Reyes-Torres, Catherine Dean, Nicole A. Scavo, Thomas J. Zavortink
Summary: The study conducted an island-wide survey of mosquito richness on Puerto Rico and Vieques, U.S.A., documenting the occurrence of 44 species and providing information on habitat associations and medical importance. The absence of certain invasive and exotic species was noted, emphasizing the importance of obtaining a complete picture of species present in the context of frequent outbreaks of arboviruses on the islands.
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Infectious Diseases
Wenqi Shan, Hao Yuan, Hanming Chen, Haowei Dong, Qiuming Zhou, Feng Tao, Jie Bai, Huiying Chen, Yajun Ma, Heng Peng
Summary: In this study, the genetic structure of Ae. albopictus populations in different regions of China and its correlation with major kdr mutations were analyzed. The results showed low genetic differentiation among the populations, which could be divided into three gene pools. Moreover, a potential correlation between genetic variations and kdr mutations was observed.
INFECTIOUS DISEASES OF POVERTY
(2023)
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Infectious Diseases
Ling Kong, Jie Xiao, Lu Yang, Yuan Sui, Duoquan Wang, Shaoqiang Chen, Peiwen Liu, Xiao-Guang Chen, Jinbao Gu
Summary: This study reveals the wide distribution of mosquito densoviruses in natural mosquito populations in China, including Ae. albopictus. Furthermore, these virus infections suppress the replication of DENV-2 in mosquitoes, reducing vector susceptibility to DENV-2. The findings support the hypothesis that mosquito densoviruses may contribute to reducing DENV transmission and provide an alternative strategy for mosquito-transmitted disease control.
INFECTIOUS DISEASES OF POVERTY
(2023)
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Genetics & Heredity
Heng-Duan Zhang, Jian Gao, Dan Xing, Xiao-Xia Guo, Chun-Xiao Li, Yan-De Dong, Zhong Zheng, Zu Ma, Zhi-Ming Wu, Xiao-Juan Zhu, Ming-Hui Zhao, Qin-Mei Liu, Ting Yan, Hong-Liang Chu, Tong-Yan Zhao
Summary: In the microspatial environment of Nanjing City, the urban fringe region plays an important role in the dispersion of Aedes albopictus populations between rural and urban areas, and co-infection with Wolbachia A and Wolbachia B is the most common Wolbachia infection status among different regions.
FRONTIERS IN GENETICS
(2022)
