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Modelling the geographical distribution of soil-transmitted helminth infections in Bolivia

Chammartin F, Scholte RGC, Malone JB, Bavia ME, Nieto P, Utzinger J and Vounatsou P Parasites & Vectors 2013, 6:152 (25 May 2013)

This study analyses historical survey data pertaining to A. lumbricoides, T. trichiura and hookworm in Bolivia. Rigorous geostatistical variable selection identifies the most important predictors of the infection transmission and Bayesian geostatistical models predict the geographical distribution of the risk of each infection, and assess treatment needs and costs of intervention. Image: Predicted A. lumbricoides infection risk from 1995 onwards, in Bolivia.
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Spatio-temporal optimization of sampling for bluetongue vectors (Culicoides) near grazing animals

Kirkeby C, Bødker R, Stockmarr A and Lind P Parasites & Vectors 2013, 6:151 (24 May 2013)

We here resample a unique dataset to explore the impact of temporal and spatial variation on light trap sampling of Culicoides vectors near grazing animals. Image:The CDC 4 W light trap used in this study.
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Identification of novel arthropod vector G protein-coupled receptors

Nowling RJ, Abrudan JL, Shoue DA, Abdul-Wahid B, Wadsworth M, Stayback G, Collins FH, McDowell MA et al. Parasites & Vectors 2013, 6:150 (24 May 2013)

We have developed and applied Ensemble*, a novel classifier for finding G Protein-Coupled Receptor (GPCR) in insect vector genomes, to Ae. aegypti, An. gambiae, and Pe. humanus. We identified 30 additional putative GPCRs, 19 of which we validated. Expression of the newly discovered Ae. aegypti GPCR genes was confirmed via quantitative RT-PCR. Image: Octopamine receptor in An gambiae.
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Dissemination of bloodmeal acquired Rickettsia felis in cat fleas, Ctenocephalides felis

Thepparit C, Hirunkanokpun S, Popov VL, Foil LD and Macaluso KR Parasites & Vectors 2013, 6:149 (24 May 2013)

This study intimately profiles Rickettsia felis dissemination in Ctenocephalides felis, cat fleas and further illuminates the mechanisms of rickettsial transmission in nature. Image: Rickettsial invasion of the cat flea gut.
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The role of B-cells in immunity against adult Strongyloides venezuelensis

EL-Malky MA, Maruyama H, Al-Harthi SA, El-Beshbishi SN and Ohta N Parasites & Vectors 2013, 6:148 (24 May 2013)

We report a role of B lymphocytes in immunity against invasion of adult Strongyloides venezuelensis and in its expulsion, together with the already known role of mucosal mast cells and eosinophils. Image: Intestinal epithelium after S. venezuelensis adult worm implantation, showing cut section in adult worms. Large numbers of eosinophils are seen in the epithelium and in the lamina propria.
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Comparison of the standard WHO susceptibility tests and the CDC bottle bioassay for the determination of insecticide susceptibility in malaria vectors and their correlation with biochemical and molecular biology assays in Benin, West Africa

Aïzoun N, Ossè R, Azondekon R, Alia R, Oussou O, Gnanguenon V, Aikpon R, Padonou GG et al. Parasites & Vectors 2013, 6:147 (20 May 2013)

Both WHO and CDC bioassays give similar results with regard to mosquito susceptibility to insecticides in southern Benin. There is a complementarity between both methods, however, some specificities were noted for each. Image: Comparison of the standard WHO susceptibility tests and the CDC bottle bioassay : :
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Diversity and function of bacterial microbiota in the mosquito holobiont

Minard G, Mavingui P and Moro CV Parasites & Vectors 2013, 6:146 (20 May 2013)

We reviewed diversity and functions of mosquito-associated bacteria. New opportunities for exploiting bacterial function for vector control are highlighted. Image: The endosymbiotic bacterium Wolbachia in the cytoplasm of a cell of Aedes albopictus.
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Effect of Aedes aegypti exposure to spatial repellent chemicals on BG-Sentinel™ trap catches

Salazar FV, Achee NL, Grieco JP, Prabaripai A, Ojo TA, Eisen L, Dureza C, Polsomboon S et al. Parasites & Vectors 2013, 6:145 (20 May 2013)

This study was conducted to measure Biogents-SentinelTM (BGS) recapture rates of Aedes aegypti to create a push-pull mechanism that will reduce the probability of human-vector contact. Image: Screen house.
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Sterilising effects of pyriproxyfen on Anopheles arabiensis and its potential use in malaria control

Harris C, Lwetoijera DW, Dongus S, Matowo NS, Lorenz LM, Devine GJ and Majambere S Parasites & Vectors 2013, 6:144 (17 May 2013)

Exposure to pyriproxyfen for 30 minutes at 3 mg AI/m2 is shown to sterilise Anopheles arabiensis when exposed the day after blood-feeding during their egg development/resting phase. Optimisation of pyriproxyfen exposure could lead to a novel mosquito sterilisation method for malaria vector control. Image: Anopheles arabiensis undergoing exposure to pyriproxyfen or control conditions via treated glass bottles.
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Endemic characteristics of infantile visceral leishmaniasis in the People's Republic of China

Fu Q, Li SZ, Wu WP, Hou YY, Zhang S, Feng Y, Zhang LP and Tang LH Parasites & Vectors 2013, 6:143 (17 May 2013)

This study shows the recently endemic characteristics of infantile visceral leishmaniasis in China, which has been ignored for some time and emerged as a severe threat to infants in endemic areas. Image: A courtyard in Kashgar, where unprotected infants were exposed in summer.
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Use of black carp (Mylopharyngodon piceus) in biological control of intermediate host snails of fish-borne zoonotic trematodes in nursery ponds in the Red River Delta, Vietnam

Hung NM, Duc NV, Stauffer JR and Madsen H Parasites & Vectors 2013, 6:142 (16 May 2013)

Fish raised in aquaculture ponds are often infected with fish-borne zoonotic trematodes and we tried to use black carp (Mylopharyngodon piceus) for biological control of the intermediate host snails in nursery ponds in Northern Vietnam. The black carp consumes large amounts of freshwater snails and does reduce snail density in these ponds. Image: Pharyngeal teeth of black carp.
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Field transmission intensity of Schistosoma japonicum measured by basic reproduction ratio from modified Barbour's model

Gao SJ, He YY, Liu YJ, Yang GJ and Zhou XN Parasites & Vectors 2013, 6:141 (16 May 2013)

Transmission dynamics of S. japonicum to account for seasonal variation and the effectiveness of the control strategy adopted in Xingzi county, China were introduced, after the explicit formula of the basic reproduction ratio for the SV-modified Barbour?s model was derived. Image: The main definitive bovine host of Schistosoma japonicum in marshland of Xingzi country, China.
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Manuscripts on all aspects of the basic and applied biology of parasites, intermediate hosts, vectors and vector-borne pathogens will be considered. In addition to the traditional and well-established areas of science in these fields, we also aim to provide a vehicle for publication of the rapidly developing resources and technology in parasite, intermediate host and vector genomics and their impacts on biological research. We are able to publish movies and also large datasets and extensive results, frequently associated with genomic and post-genomic technologies, which are not readily accommodated in traditional journals. Manuscripts addressing broader issues, for example economics, social sciences and global climate change in relation to parasites, vectors and disease control, are also welcomed.

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Diversity and function of bacterial microbiota in the mosquito holobiont

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