Correction to: The tree that hides the forest: cryptic diversity and phylogenetic relationships in the Palaearctic vector Obsoletus/Scoticus complex (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) at the European level.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Abiotic conditions provide cues that drive tick questing activity. Defining these cues is critical in predicting biting risk, and in forecasting climate change impacts on tick populations. This is particularly important for Ixodes ricinus nymphs, the vector of numerous pathogens affecting humans. METHODS:A ...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Daniel M,Malý M,Danielová V,Kříž B,Nuttall P

更新日期：2015-09-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Toxocara canis is quite closely related to Ascaris suum but its biology is more complex, involving a phase of arrested development (diapause or hypobiosis) in tissues as well as transplacental and transmammary transmission routes. In the present study, we explored and compared dauer-like signalling pathways ...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Ma G,Wang T,Korhonen PK,Nie S,Reid GE,Stroehlein AJ,Koehler AV,Chang BCH,Hofmann A,Young ND,Gasser RB

更新日期：2019-01-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The frequent outbreaks of human trichinellosis globally underscore the need to develop effective vaccine. We hypothesized that a novel vaccine could improve vaccine efficacy against Trichinella spiralis. METHODS:In this study, we developed virus-like particles (VLPs) containing the 53 KDa excretory/secretor...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Lee SH,Kim SS,Lee DH,Kim AR,Quan FS

更新日期：2016-07-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Spotted Fever Group (SFG) Rickettsiae can cause febrile diseases with or without rash in humans worldwide. In Germany only limited data are available about their medical significance. Serological screening tests for antibodies against rickettsiae usually only distinguish between SFG and Typhus Group (TG) Ric...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Wächter M,Wölfel S,Pfeffer M,Dobler G,Kohn B,Moritz A,Pachnicke S,Silaghi C

更新日期：2015-03-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Canine vector-borne diseases (CVBDs) are caused by a wide range of pathogens transmitted to dogs by arthropods including ticks and insects. Many CVBD-agents are of zoonotic concern, with dogs potentially serving as reservoirs and sentinels for human infections. The present study aimed at assessing the seropr...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Cardoso L,Mendão C,Madeira de Carvalho L

更新日期：2012-03-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Release of gene-drive mutants to suppress Anopheles mosquito reproduction is a promising method of malaria control. However, many scientific, regulatory and ethical questions remain before transgenic mosquitoes can be utilised in the field. At a behavioural level, gene-drive carrying mutants should be at lea...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Su MP,Georgiades M,Bagi J,Kyrou K,Crisanti A,Albert JT

更新日期：2020-10-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Antigen B (EgAgB) is an abundant lipoprotein released by the larva of the cestode Echinococcus granulosus into the host tissues. Its protein moiety belongs to the cestode-specific family known as hydrophobic ligand binding protein (HLBP), and is encoded by five gene subfamilies (EgAgB8/1-EgAgB8/5). The funct...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Silva-Álvarez V,Folle AM,Ramos AL,Kitano ES,Iwai LK,Corraliza I,Córsico B,Ferreira AM

更新日期：2016-02-04 00:00:00

abstract：:Ticks (Acari: Ixodida) are arthropod ectoparasites dependent on a bloodmeal from a vertebrate host at each developmental stage for completion of their life cycle. This tick feeding cycle impacts animal health by causing damage to hides, secondary infections, immune reactions and diseases caused by transmission of path...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Kocan KM,de la Fuente J,Coburn LA

更新日期：2015-11-14 00:00:00

abstract：:Acaricidal (tick) and insecticidal (flea) efficacy of systemically and cutaneously distributed ectoparasiticide products for dogs are compared based on permethrin and fluralaner as representative molecules. Results of efficacy studies against fleas and ticks are reviewed that show generally good to excellent results. ...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Pfister K,Armstrong R

更新日期：2016-08-08 00:00:00

abstract：:Helminth infection may modulate the expression of Toll like receptors (TLR) in dendritic cells (DCs) and modify the responsiveness of DCs to TLR ligands. This may regulate aberrant intestinal inflammation in humans with helminthes and may thus help alleviate inflammation associated with human inflammatory bowel diseas...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Sun S,Wang X,Wu X,Zhao Y,Wang F,Liu X,Song Y,Wu Z,Liu M

更新日期：2011-09-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Control of the mosquito vector Culex pipiens with insecticides is the main way to control arboviruses that the species can transmit such as West Nile virus (WNV) and Rift Valley fever virus (RVFV). However, its efficiency has been hampered by the emergence of insecticide resistance. Little is known about the...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Tmimi FZ,Faraj C,Bkhache M,Mounaji K,Failloux AB,Sarih M

更新日期：2018-01-22 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a Trichinella britovi outbreak investigated during February-March 2016 in southern Italy. The source of infection was meat from infected wild boars that were illegally hunted and, hence, not submitted to post-mortem veterinary inspection. Thirty persons reported having eaten raw dried homemade sausages; five...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Turiac IA,Cappelli MG,Olivieri R,Angelillis R,Martinelli D,Prato R,Fortunato F

更新日期：2017-02-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Schistosomiasis studies in western Kenya have mainly focused on the intestinal form, with evidence of urinary schistosomiasis remaining anecdotal. Detailed disease mapping has been carried out predominantly along the shores of Lake Victoria, but there is a paucity of information on intestinal and urinary sch...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Sang HC,Muchiri G,Ombok M,Odiere MR,Mwinzi PN

更新日期：2014-03-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Rickettsiae are emerging pathogens causing public health problems in many countries around the world. Rickettsia spp. are found in association with a wide range of arthropods which feed on different species of animals. However, the distribution and natural cycle of Rickettsia species and their association wi...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Radzijevskaja J,Kaminskienė E,Lipatova I,Mardosaitė-Busaitienė D,Balčiauskas L,Stanko M,Paulauskas A

更新日期：2018-06-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Normal-looking skin of dogs with leishmaniosis frequently shows microscopic lesions along with the presence of Leishmania amastigotes. However, histological lesions with or without detection of amastigotes might not occur in less severe clinical cases. In addition, comparative studies between paired clinical...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Ordeix L,Dalmau A,Osso M,Llull J,Montserrat-Sangrà S,Solano-Gallego L

更新日期：2017-03-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Identifying factors that sustain parasite transmission is important for understanding their spread and emergence, including how changes in biodiversity may affect parasite prevalence and spread. Toxoplasma gondii is a protozoan parasite infecting humans and animals. Birds can acquire T. gondii infection thro...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Iemmi T,Vismarra A,Mangia C,Zanin R,Genchi M,Lanfranchi P,Kramer LH,Formenti N,Ferrari N

更新日期：2020-05-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Schistosomiasis japonica is an infectious disease caused by Schistosoma japonicum that seriously endangers human health. Domestic animals have important roles in disease transmission and goats are considered a primary reservoir host and source of infection. The prevalence and intensity of schistosomiasis inf...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Guo Q,Chen C,Zhou K,Li Y,Tong L,Yue Y,Zhou K,Liu J,Fu Z,Lin J,Zhao J,Sun P,Hong Y

更新日期：2020-10-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dirofilaria repens is the causative agent of subcutaneous dirofilariosis of dogs, other animals and humans. This nematode is transmitted by mosquitoes of Aedes, Anopheles and Culex genera. In dogs, the parasite may cause subclinical infection or cutaneous signs. Recently, D. repens has emerged and spread in ...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Di Cesare A,Braun G,Di Giulio E,Paoletti B,Aquilino V,Bartolini R,La Torre F,Meloni S,Drake J,Pandolfi F,Avolio S,Traversa D

更新日期：2014-07-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The human helminth infections include ascariasis, trichuriasis, hookworm infections, schistosomiasis, lymphatic filariasis (LF) and onchocerciasis. It is estimated that almost 2 billion people worldwide are infected with helminths. Whilst the WHO treatment guidelines for helminth infections are mostly aimed ...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Wright JE,Werkman M,Dunn JC,Anderson RM

更新日期：2018-01-31 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Most studies on Enterocytozoon bieneusi are conducted based on the internal transcribed spacer (ITS) region of the rRNA gene, whereas some have examined E. bieneusi population structures. Currently, the population genetics of this pathogen in giant panda remains unknown. The objective of this study was to de...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Li W,Song Y,Zhong Z,Huang X,Wang C,Li C,Yang H,Liu H,Ren Z,Lan J,Wu K,Peng G

更新日期：2017-10-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Toxoplasma gondii infections and cases of clinical toxoplasmosis have been recorded in zoo animals. Wild felids in human care can serve as definitive hosts that shed oocysts, but also as intermediate hosts for the parasite. Some felid species, such as the Pallas's cat (Otocolobus manul) or sand cat (Felis ma...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Lücht M,Stagegaard J,Conraths FJ,Schares G

更新日期：2019-09-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diagnostics provide a means to measure progress toward disease elimination. Many countries in Africa are approaching elimination of onchocerciasis after successful implementation of mass drug administration programs as well as vector control. An understanding of how markers for infection such as skin snip mi...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Golden A,Faulx D,Kalnoky M,Stevens E,Yokobe L,Peck R,Karabou P,Banla M,Rao R,Adade K,Gantin RG,Komlan K,Soboslay PT,de Los Santos T,Domingo GJ

更新日期：2016-06-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An accurate diagnosis of soil-transmitted helminthiasis is important for individual patient management, for drug efficacy evaluation and for monitoring control programmes. The Kato-Katz technique is the most widely used method detecting soil-transmitted helminth eggs in faecal samples. However, detailed anal...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Speich B,Ali SM,Ame SM,Albonico M,Utzinger J,Keiser J

更新日期：2015-02-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Protostrongylus oryctolagi and P. pulmonalis are causative agents of pulmonary protostrongyliasis in Lagomorphs in France. These nematodes need usually one intermediate host for its life cycle, a terrestrial snail. However, some studies, mainly in experimental conditions, have identified the species of snail...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Lesage C,Patrelle C,Vrignaud S,Decors A,Ferté H,Jouet D

更新日期：2015-02-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The basic function of the immune system is to protect an organism against infection in order to minimize the fitness costs of being infected. According to life-history theory, energy resources are in a trade-off between the costly demands of immunity and other physiological demands. Concerning fish, both phy...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Rohlenová K,Morand S,Hyršl P,Tolarová S,Flajšhans M,Simková A

更新日期：2011-06-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neospora caninum is an obligate intracellular parasite, and its ability to survive inside host immune cells may be a key mechanism for the establishment of infection in cattle. In vitro studies carried out by our group have shown that N. caninum is able to replicate in bovine macrophages (MØs), alter their m...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： García-Sánchez M,Jiménez-Pelayo L,Horcajo P,Collantes-Fernández E,Ortega-Mora LM,Regidor-Cerrillo J

更新日期：2020-07-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Biting midges of the genus Culicoides (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) are biological vectors of internationally important arboviruses. To understand the role of Culicoides in the transmission of these viruses, it is essential to correctly identify the species involved. Within the western Palaearctic region, the m...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Garros C,Balenghien T,Carpenter S,Delécolle JC,Meiswinkel R,Pédarrieu A,Rakotoarivony I,Gardès L,Golding N,Barber J,Miranda M,Borràs DB,Goffredo M,Monaco F,Pagès N,Sghaier S,Hammami S,Calvo JH,Lucientes J,Geysen D,

更新日期：2014-05-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Plasmodium falciparum delayed clearance with the use of artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACTs) has been reported in some African countries. Single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in two genes, P. falciparum adaptor protein complex 2 mu subunit (pfap2mu) and ubiquitin specific protease 1 (pfubp1), have ...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Adams T,Ennuson NAA,Quashie NB,Futagbi G,Matrevi S,Hagan OCK,Abuaku B,Koram KA,Duah NO

更新日期：2018-03-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Schistosoma japonicum is one of the major causative agents of schistosomiasis. The pairing of males and females leads to female sexual maturation and maintains this mature state. However, the mechanisms by which pairing facilitates sexual maturation are yet to be investigated. METHODS:Parasites isolated fro...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Sun J,Wang S,Li C,Ren Y,Wang J

更新日期：2014-04-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cues that guide gravid Anopheles gambiae sensu lato to oviposition sites can be manipulated to create new strategies for monitoring and controlling malaria vectors. However, progress towards identifying such cues is slow in part due to the lack of appropriate tools for investigating long-range attraction to ...

journal_title：Parasites & vectors

authors： Okal MN,Herrera-Varela M,Ouma P,Torto B,Lindsay SW,Lindh JM,Fillinger U

更新日期：2015-06-03 00:00:00