Numerical Modeling and Structure Optimization for Magnetic Levitation Planar Machine Using PCB Coils by Han Zhang, Jiawen He, Xianze Xu, Rui Wang, Manman Xu, Fengqiu Xu

“…The size of modern power devices is decreasing to enhance power density, minimize parasitic inductance, and reduce power losses. However, due to the high resistance of PCB coils, managing heat generation has become a significant area of study. …”
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Repellency Potential, Chemical Constituents of Ocimum Plant Essential Oils, and Their Headspace Volatiles against Anopheles gambiae s. s., Malaria Vector by Jonathan Osei-Owusu, William K. Heve, Owusu Fordjour Aidoo, Maxwell Jnr Opoku, Joseph Apau, Kodwo Ninsin Dadzie, Bright Yaw Vigbedor, Kwaafo Akoto Awuah-Mensah, Margaret Appiah, Akwasi Acheampong, Michael Birkett, Antony Hooper

“…African malaria mosquitoes (Anopheles gambiae sensu stricto) transmit a malaria parasite (Plasmodium falciparum) to humans. The current control strategies for the vector have mainly focussed on synthetic products, which negatively impact the environment and human health. …”
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Insecticidal Activity of Some Traditionally Used Ethiopian Medicinal Plants against Sheep Ked Melophagus ovinus by Negero Gemeda, Walelegn Mokonnen, Hirut Lemma, Ashenif Tadele, Kelbessa Urga, Getachew Addis, Asfaw Debella, Mesaye Getachew, Frehiwot Teka, Kidist Yirsaw, Kissi Mudie, Solomon Gebre

“…Among essential oils, C. citratus has showed superior potency at a three-hour exposure of the parasite (P=0.00) at a concentration of ≥0.78 μL/mL. …”
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Presence of Rickettsia Species in a Marginalized Area of Yucatan, Mexico by Gaspar Peniche-Lara, Bertha Jimenez-Delgadillo, Claudia Munoz-Zanzi, María Cárdenas-Marrufo, Carlos Pérez-Osorio, Juan Arias-León

“…We evaluated the vector diversity and the presence of Rickettsia species presence in the ectoparasite population that parasitizes domestic animals in a marginalized rural town of Yucatan, Mexico; we also evaluated the seroprevalence of rickettsial antibodies in the human population of this town in order to determine the prevalence of rickettsial infection. …”
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Deformed wing virus coopts the host arginine kinase to enhance its fitness in honey bees (Apis mellifera) by Andrea Becchimanzi, Giovanna De Leva, Rosanna Mattossovich, Serena Camerini, Marialuisa Casella, Giovanni Jesu, Ilaria Di Lelio, Sabrina Di Giorgi, Joachim R. de Miranda, Anna Valenti, Silvia Gigliotti, Francesco Pennacchio

“…Abstract Background Deformed wing virus (DWV) is a major honey bee pathogen that is actively transmitted by the parasitic mite Varroa destructor and plays a primary role in Apis mellifera winter colony losses. …”
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Computational design, expression, and characterization of a Plasmodium falciparum multi-epitope, multi-stage vaccine candidate (PfCTMAG) by Joan A. Chick, Nadege N. Abongdia, Robert A. Shey, Tobias O. Apinjoh

“…Current malaria vaccines are limited in efficacy, duration of protection, and safety, due to the high antigenic diversity and complex life cycle of the Plasmodium parasite. This study sought to design and assess a more effective multi-stage, multi-epitope vaccine candidate for the control of malaria. …”
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Effect of vinylene carbonate additive in polyacrylate-based polymer electrolytes for high-voltage lithium-metal batteries by Lulu Ren, Peichao Zou, Lei Wang, Yaqi Jing, Huolin L. Xin

“…The improved stability is attributed to the introduction of the VC additive, which helps form a robust cathode–electrolyte interphase, effectively suppressing parasitic interface side reactions. Overall, this study highlights the role of VC additives in high-voltage and solid-state LMBs, offering a general yet effective approach for addressing the interfacial instability issue through an additive-engineering strategy.…”
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Invasive mosquito species Aedes albopictus and Aedes aegypti on the Black Sea coast of the Caucasus: genetics (COI, ITS2), Wolbachia and Dirofilaria infections by E. V. Shaikevich, I. V. Patraman, A. S. Bogacheva, V. М. Rakova, O. Р. Zelya, L. A. Ganushkina

“…The objective of the presented study was molecular-genetic identification of the Aedes mosquitoes collected in sampling sites on the Black Sea coast from 2007 to 2017; determination of genetic variability of Ae. aegypti, Ae. albopictus and their symbiotic bacteria Wolbachia; assessment of mosquitoes ability to be infected and to spread parasitic Dirofilaria. Another objective was obtaining the genetic characteristic of laboratory strain Ae. aegypti IMPITM. …”
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Haematobiochemical alterations and lesion characterization induced by haemonchosis in slaughtered sheep at Gondar ELFORA abattoir, Ethiopia by Birhan Anagaw Malede, Mersha Chanie Kebede, Asnakew Mulaw Berihun, Muluken Yayeh Mekonnen, Mohammed Yesuf, Tadegegn Mitiku, Mastewal Birhan, Ambaye Kenubih, Abraham Belete Temesgen

“…Abstract Haemonchosis is a major gastrointestinal parasitic infection in sheep caused by H. contortus. …”
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Impact of trypanosomiasis on male camel infertility by Sara Salah Abdel-Hakeem, Gaber Megahed, Ahmed M. Al-Hakami, Mohammed E. M. Tolba, Yasser F. M. Karar

“…IntroductionBlood parasitism is a significant clinical disease that silently undermines the livestock industry, particularly affecting camels. …”
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Study of Lophomonas blattarum Infection in Kidney Transplant Patients in Mashhad City, Iran by Zahra Gheisari, Fariba Berenji, Fatemeh Nazemian, Seyed Ali Akbar Shamsian, Lida Jarahi, Mahmoud Parian, Bibi Razieh Hosseini Farash, Ghodratollah Salehi Sangani

“…Lophomonas blattarum is a flagellate protozoan which is known as an emerging parasite in the human respiratory system. Organ transplant recipients are considered as immunocompromised patients due to prescription of immunosuppressive drugs. …”
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The Potential Role of Gymnema inodorum Leaf Extract Treatment in Hematological Parameters in Mice Infected with Plasmodium berghei by Sakaewan Ounjaijean, Suriyan Sukati, Voravuth Somsak, Orawan Sarakul

“…Groups of ICR mice were infected intraperitoneally with parasitized red blood cells of P. berghei ANKA (PbANKA). …”
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Monitoring of helminth fauna of transhumant cattle in the North Caucasus by S. Sh. Kabardiev, Z. H. Musaev, K. A. Karpuschenko, B. I. Shapiev

“…The helminth fauna of cattle in the Russian Federation is represented, on average, by 80 parasite species, including 10 trematode species, 13 cestode species and 57 nematode species. …”
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Seroepidemiology of Toxoplasma gondii amongst Pregnant Women in Jazan Province, Saudi Arabia by Hussein Aqeely, Eman K. El-Gayar, Darakhshan Perveen Khan, Abdullah Najmi, Ayesha Alvi, Ibrahim Bani, Mohamed Salih Mahfouz, Saif Elden Abdalla, Ibrahim M. Elhassan

“…Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii) is an obligate intracellular protozoan parasite of worldwide distribution. There is limited information about the seroprevalence of toxoplasmosis in the southern area of Saudi Arabia. …”
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Assessing the Accuracy of Dermoscopy for Scabies Diagnosis in Dark African Skin by Nkechi Anne Enechukwu, Ikenna Akuakolam, Iloduba N Aghanya, Chetanna C Anaje, Ogochukwu I Ezejiofor, Enzo Errichetti

“… Introduction: Scabies, a parasitic infestation caused by Sarcoptes scabiei var hominis affects individuals of diverse skin types. …”
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The Potential of Deep Learning Object Detection in Citizen-Driven Snail Host Monitoring to Map Putative Disease Transmission Sites by Kin Ho Chan, Julius Tumusiime, Liesbet Jacobs, Tine Huyse

“…Schistosomiasis is a neglected tropical disease caused by parasitic flukes transmitted by freshwater snails. …”
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Toxoplasma gondii in dromedary camels (Camelus dromedarius) in Egypt: a comparative seroepidemiological study in Upper and Lower Egypt by Ehab Kotb Elmahallawy, Ehab Kotb Elmahallawy, Nady Khairy Elbarbary, David Cano-Terriza, David Cano-Terriza, Tomás Fajardo, Nada Oudah Albalawi, Débora Jiménez-Martín, Marwa M. I. Ghallab, Ahmed Gareh, Refaat Ras, Refaat Ras, Isabelle Villena, Sabry A. S. Sadek, Hajar AlQadeeb, Hind Alzaylaee, Sonia Almería, Ignacio García-Bocanegra, Ignacio García-Bocanegra

“…Toxoplasmosis remains a prevalent parasitic zoonosis worldwide, raising public health concerns. …”
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Genetic markers for the resistance of honey bee to Varroa destructor by M. D. Kaskinova, L. R. Gaifullina, E. S. Saltykova, A. V. Poskryakov, A. G. Nikolenko

“…The mite V. destructor was widespread throughout Europe, North and South America, and Australia remained the only continent free from this parasite. Without acaricide treatment any honeybee colony dies within 1–4 years. …”
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Effect of Praziquantel on Preventing Delayed Infection of <i>Schistosoma japonicum</i> in Buffaloes and Goats by Xiang Gui, Bing Shao, Haoran Zhong, Rongxue Lv, Hao Li, Ke Lu, Yang Hong, Zhiqiang Fu, Zhenjie Lu, Mengge Xu, Yamei Jin, Jinming Liu

“…Domestic animals, especially buffaloes and goats, serve as important reservoir hosts, facilitating the transmission of the parasite to humans. While praziquantel (PZQ) is the first-line treatment for schistosomiasis due to its broad-spectrum efficacy against adult schistosomes, its prophylactic potential is less explored. …”
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Peri Cholecystectomy Bile Analysis for Fasciola hepatica Eggs in Sulaimani Teaching Hospital by Seerwan Hama Shareef, Taher Abdullah Hawramy, Osman jamal nasrulla, Karwn Hama amin, Dara Ahmed Mohammed, Raz Seerwan Hama

“…Microscopical analysis was archived for finding egg of the parasite. In 129 samples, there were 7 (5.4%) positive cases of Fasciola hepatica 2 were adult worms, all were swimming in the gall bladder. 5 (3.9%) out of 7 (5.4%) samples were females and only 2 (1.5%) of cases were males.  4 (3.1%) out of 7 were from Sharazur terrain, and 3 (2.3%) of them from the center of Sulaimani city.  …”
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