Natural & Applied Sciences

Biotransfer of heavy metals along the soil-plant-edible insect-human food chain in Africa

Abstract: Although mining is Zambia's major economic activity, it is implicated i

Do the invasive Fall Armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae), and the maize lepidopteran stemborers compete when sharing the same food?

Abstract: In insect communities, the outcome of intra- and inter-specific competi

Immune Responses and Transcriptomic Analysis of Nilaparvata lugens against Metarhizium anisopliae YTTR Mediated by Rice Ragged Stunt Virus

Abstract: Plant viruses and entomopathogenic fungi (EPF) can both elicit immune r

Laboratory and Field Performance of Metarhizium anisopliae Isolate ICIPE 41 for Sustainable Control of the Invasive Fall Armyworm Spodoptera frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae)

Abstract: To overcome the negative impacts of invasive fall armyworm (FAW), this

Potential of Insect Life Stages as Functional Ingredients for Improved Nutrition and Health

Abstract: This study aimed to provide information on the nutrients of the edible

Cost-Effective PCR-Based Identification of Tunga penetrans (Siphonaptera) Larvae Extracted from Soil Samples Containing PCR Inhibitor-Rich Material

Abstract: Tungiasis is a neglected tropical disease caused by skin-penetrating fe

Comprehensive genome-wide identification and expression profiling of ADF gene family in Citrus sinensis, induced by endophytic colonization of Beauveria bassiana

Abstract: Endophytic entomopathogenic species are known to systematically coloniz

Direct and Indirect Infection Effects of Four Potent Fungal Isolates on the Survival and Performance of Fall Armyworm Larval Parasitoid Cotesia icipe

Abstract: Fall armyworm (FAW), Spodoptera frugiperda, has recently invaded Africa

Predicting the impact of climate change on the potential distribution of the invasive tomato pinworm Phthorimaea absoluta (Meyrick) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae)

Abstract: Phthorimaea absoluta (Meyrick) (=Tuta absoluta) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiid

Multi-omics analyses reveal rumen microbes and secondary metabolites that are unique to livestock species

Abstract: Ruminant livestock, including cattle, sheep, goats, and camels, possess

Potential side effects of the interaction between Phthorimaea absoluta parasitoids: the exotic Dolichogenidea gelechiidivoris and the native Bracon nigricans

Abstract: The coexistence and efficiency in pest control of introduced and native

The COMBAT project: controlling and progressively minimizing the burden of vector-borne animal trypanosomosis in Africa [version 2; peer review: 3 approved]

Abstract: Vector-borne diseases affecting livestock have serious impacts in Afric

Myth or truth: investigation of the jumping ability of Tunga penetrans (Siphonaptera: Tungidae)

Abstract: Female sand fleas (Tunga penetrans Linnaeus, 1758, Siphonaptera: Tungid

Transcriptomic profiling of Trypanosoma congolense mouthpart parasites from naturally infected flies

Abstract: Background Animal African trypanosomiasis, or nagana, is a veterinary d

The developmentally dynamic microRNA transcriptome of Glossina pallidipes tsetse flies, vectors of animal trypanosomiasis

Abstract: MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are single stranded gene regulators of 18–25 bp in l

Genetic connectivity of trypanosomes between tsetse-infested and tsetse-free areas of Kenya

Abstract: The prevalence rates of trypanosomes, including those that require cycl

Editorial: Microbiota: A Consequential Third Wheel in the Mosquito-Pathogen Relationship

Abstract: Mosquitoes are by far the most important vectors of human disease. Ther

Tsetse blood-meal sources, endosymbionts and trypanosome-associations in the Maasai Mara National Reserve, a wildlife-human-livestock interface

Abstract: African trypanosomiasis (AT) is a neglected disease of both humans and

Reduction of Grazing Capacity in High-Elevation Rangelands After Black Locust Invasion in South Africa

Abstract: The growing invasion of ecosystems by invasive alien plants (IAPs) has

Three-gene PCR and high-resolution melting analysis for differentiating vertebrate species mitochondrial DNA for biodiversity research and complementing forensic surveillance.

Abstract: Reliable molecular identification of vertebrate species from morphologi

Interactions between two parasitoids of Tephritidae

Abstract: The braconid wasp, Diachasmimorpha longicaudata (Ashmead), was introduc

Insights in the global genetics and gut microbiome of black soldier fly, Hermetia illucens: Implications for animal feed safety control

Abstract: The utilization of the black soldier fly (BSF) Hermetia illucens L. for

Arthropod intelligence?

Abstract: Macphail’s “null hypothesis,” that there are no differences in intellig

Repurposing the orphan drug nitisinone to control the transmission of African trypanosomiasis

Abstract: Tsetse transmit African trypanosomiasis, which is a disease fatal to bo

Evaluation of improved coloured targets to control riverine tsetse in East Africa: A Bayesian approach

Abstract: Riverine tsetse (Glossina spp.) transmit Trypanosoma brucei gambiense w

A Systematic Review on Advancements in Remote Sensing for Assessing and Monitoring Land Use and Land Cover Changes Impacts on Surface Water Resources in Semi-Arid Tropical Environments

Abstract: This study aimed to provide a systematic overview of the progress made

Entomological assessment of tsetse-borne trypanosome risk in the Shimba Hills human-wildlife-livestock interface, Kenya

Abstract: Shimba Hills is a wildlife area in Kenya and a major focus of tsetse-bo

Mathematical modelling of the interactive dynamics of wild and Microsporidia MB-infected mosquitoes

Abstract: A recent discovery highlighted that mosquitoes infected with Microspori

Aroma characterization and consumer acceptance of four cookie products enriched with insect (Ruspolia differens) meal

Abstract: This research aims to advance knowledge on the impact of four processin

Pollinator‑dependent crops signifcantly contribute to diets and reduce household nutrient defciencies in sub‑Saharan Africa

Abstract: Recent literature highlights the potential of animal pollinator-depende