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Ingredients for Understanding Brain and Behavioral Evolution: Ecology, Phylogeny, and Mechanism

Abstract: Uncovering the neural correlates and evolutionary drivers of behavioral and cognitive traits has been held back

Vision-based Ability of an Ant-mimicking Jumping Spider to Discriminate Between Models, Conspecific Individuals and Prey

Abstract: Myrmarachne assimilis, an ant-like (myrmecomorphic) jumping spider (Araneae, Salticidae) from the Philippines,

Spatial panorama of malaria prevalence in Africa under climate change and interventions scenarios. International

Abstract: Background: Malaria is highly sensitive to climatic variables and is strongly infuenced by the presence of vect

Enhancing vector refractoriness to trypanosome infection: achievements, challenges and perspectives.

Abstract: With the absence of effective prophylactic vaccines and drugs against African trypanosomosis, control of this g

Implication of Livestock Rearing on Advancing Household Food Security and Nutrition: A Study of Push-Pull Technology and Livestock Production

Abstract: Livestock rearing link to food security and nutrition is an important aspect to farmers and research institutio

Impact of vector control interventions on malaria transmission intensity, outdoor vector biting rates and Anopheles mosquito species composition in Tororo, Uganda

Abstract: Background: Long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) and indoor residual spraying of insecticide (IRS) are widely

Beyond brain size: Uncovering the neural correlates of behavioral and cognitive specialization. Comparative Cognition & Behavior Reviews

Abstract: Despite prolonged interest in comparing brain size and behavioral proxies of “intelligence” across taxa, the ad

Containment Studies of TransgenicMosquitoes in Disease Endemic Countries:The Broad Concept of Facilities Readiness

Abstract: Genetic strategies for large scale pest or vector control using modified insects are not yet operational in Afr

Gender and student performance in sub-Saharan Africa.

Abstract: Women’s underrepresentation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) impedes progress in sol

Dim-light vision in jumping spiders (Araneae, Salticidae): identification of prey and rivals.

Abstract: Jumping spiders (family Salticidae) are known for their intricate vision-based behavior during encounters with

Short communication: Portia’s capacity to decide whether a detour is necessary.

Abstract: Proficiency at planning is known to be part of the exceptionally complex predatory repertoire of Portia, a genu

Influence of seeing a red face during the male–male encounters of mosquito-specialist spiders

Abstract: Males of Evarcha culicivora, an East African jumping spider (Salticidae), have bright red faces. Here, we inves

Endophytic fungi improve management of the burrowing nematode in banana (Musa spp.) through enhanced expression of defence-related genes

Abstract: The root-burrowing nematode, Radopholus similis, is reputedly the most damaging nematode pest of banana and res

Gendered Awareness of Pig and Poultry Farmers on the Potential of Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) Farming in Kenya

Abstract: Given the need to boost food production while guaranteeing environmental sustainability, the black soldier fly

Simulating Maize Productivity under Selected Climate Smart Agriculture Practices Using AquaCrop Model in a Sub-humid Environment

Abstract: Crop models are crucial in assessing the reliability and sustainability of soil water conservation practices. T

Editorial: Physiological, molecular and genetic mechanisms of abiotic stress tolerance in tropical crops

Abstract: The tropics are either the center of origin or domestication of many of the economically important crops curren

Enhancement of potato (Solanum tuberosum L) postharvest quality by use of magnetic fields – A case of shangi potato variety

Abstract: Production of potatoes in the developing countries has been on the rise. This reinforces the growing importance

Interactions between integrated pest management, pollinator introduction, and landscape context on avocado Persea americana productivity

Abstract: Pest management and insect pollination are important services that support crop production but are most often s

Exogenous and endogenous plant growth regulators’ effect on regeneration of selected African sweetpotato (Ipomoea batatas L. Lam) cultivars

Abstract: Optimization of plant regeneration protocol is a first critical step to facilitate techniques such as transgene

Field effectiveness of Metarhizium anisopliae and pheromone traps against Phthorimaea absoluta on tomato in Tanzania

Abstract: Phthorimaea absoluta is an invasive pest and a major threat to tomato production in sub-Saharan Africa, includi

Transcriptomic response of Anopheles gambiae sensu stricto mosquito larvae to Curry tree (Murraya koenigii) phytochemicals

Abstract: Insect growth regulators (IGRs) can control insect vector populations by disrupting growth and development in j

Strengthening community and stakeholder participation in the implementation of integrated vector management for malaria control in western Kenya: a case study

Abstract: Integrated vector management (IVM) is defined as a rational decision-making process for the optimal use of reso

The fungus Leptosphaerulina persists in Anopheles gambiae and induces melanization

Abstract: Anopheles mosquitoes are colonized by diverse microorganisms that may impact on host biology and vectorial capa

Effects of phytochemicals on predatory decision making in a spider

Abstract: Animals with small nervous systems may be prone to limitations in processing ability when confrontedwith a dive

Evolutionary genomics at the human-environment interface in Africa.

Abstract: We report on the first meeting of SMBE in Africa. SMBE Malawi was initiated to bring together African and inter

Long lasting insecticidal mosquito nets (LLINs) ownership, use and coverage following mass distribution campaign in Lake Victoria basin, Western Kenya

Abstract: Background: Long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) are the most widely used malaria prevention and control inte

A surveyofmosquito-borneandinsect-specificvirusesinhospitalsandlivestockmarketsinwesternKenya

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Citronellal perception and transmission by Anopheles gambiae s.s. (Diptera: Culicidae) females.

Abstract: Anopheles gambiae s.s. is a key vector of Plasmodium parasites. Repellents, which may be a promising alternativ

Insights into the Evolutionary Origin of Mediterranean Sandfly Fever Viruses

Abstract: Sandfly-transmitted phleboviruses (family Phenuiviridae, order Bunyavirales) are associated with febrile illnes

Afrotropical sand fly-host plant relationships in a leishmaniasis endemic area, Kenya

Abstract: The bioecology of phlebotomine sand flies is intimately linked to the utilization of environmental resources in