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View article: A Novel 4-Methyl-2-(5-Phenyl-Thioxo-1, 3, 5-Thiadiazinan-3-yl) Pentanoic Acid Reverses Cognitive Decline via Dual Modulation of PI3K/NLRP3 Signaling in a Brain Aging Mouse Model
A Novel 4-Methyl-2-(5-Phenyl-Thioxo-1, 3, 5-Thiadiazinan-3-yl) Pentanoic Acid Reverses Cognitive Decline via Dual Modulation of PI3K/NLRP3 Signaling in a Brain Aging Mouse Model Open
Background: Aging is closely associated with cognitive decline and neuroinflammation, often driven by oxidative stress and dysregulation of immune signaling pathways such as NLRP3 inflammasome activation. Aim: This study presents the first…
View article: Impact of temperatures on malaria incidence in vulnerable regions of Pakistan: empirical evidence and future projections
Impact of temperatures on malaria incidence in vulnerable regions of Pakistan: empirical evidence and future projections Open
Malaria remains a major health challenge in developing countries, with climate change intensifying its impact. Pakistan is among the most vulnerable nations. This study examines the relationship between temperature and malaria cases in two…
View article: Species diversity pattern of mosquitoes (Diptera: Culicidae) breeding in different permanent, temporary and natural container habitats of Peshawar, KP Pakistan
Species diversity pattern of mosquitoes (Diptera: Culicidae) breeding in different permanent, temporary and natural container habitats of Peshawar, KP Pakistan Open
To determine the species composition, relative abundance and seasonal variation of different mosquitoes Genera (Aedes, Anopheles, Armigeres, Culex, and Culiseta) in different habitats the present research work was carried out in Entomology…
View article: Sand Fly (Psychodidae: Phlebotominae) Ecology of an Emerging Cutaneous Leishmaniasis Focus in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with an Updated Species Checklist from Pakistan
Sand Fly (Psychodidae: Phlebotominae) Ecology of an Emerging Cutaneous Leishmaniasis Focus in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with an Updated Species Checklist from Pakistan Open
Tick and tick-borne pathogens are among the major threats to animal health and production causing huge economic losses in the form of morbidity and mortality throughout the world.Due to the scarcity of epidemiological data and appropriate …
View article: Age and developmental stage specific Bioaccumulation of Copper during acute toxicity of Copper sulphate of two freshwater Fishes Rohu (Labeo rohita) and Mrigal (Cirrhinus mrigala)
Age and developmental stage specific Bioaccumulation of Copper during acute toxicity of Copper sulphate of two freshwater Fishes Rohu (Labeo rohita) and Mrigal (Cirrhinus mrigala) Open
The widespread use of Copper resulted in chronic toxicity, triggering adverse health consequences for the aquatic organism. To investigate bioaccumulation of Copper, acute toxicity test / Median lethal concentration (LC 50 / 96h)) of coppe…
View article: An overview of the taxonomic instability of endangered Golden and Zhobi mahseer in Pakistan
An overview of the taxonomic instability of endangered Golden and Zhobi mahseer in Pakistan Open
In South and South East Asia three genera of fish species i.e. Tor, Neolissochilus and Naziritor are commonly known as Mahseer with at least 47 species. Among these 23 belongs to genus Tor, 22 to Neolissochilus and one to Naziritor i.e. Na…
View article: RETRACTED: An Exploratory Case study of the effect of Ecology on Malaria Risk Factors in Northern Pakistan.
RETRACTED: An Exploratory Case study of the effect of Ecology on Malaria Risk Factors in Northern Pakistan. Open
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View article: Bio-monitoring of DNA damage in matchstick industry workers from Peshawar Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Bio-monitoring of DNA damage in matchstick industry workers from Peshawar Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan Open
Our study corroborates that matchstick chemicals can potentially damage the DNA of exposed subjects.
View article: Diversity and Altitudinal Distribution of Squamata in Two Distinct Ecological Zones of Dir, A Himalayan Sub-Zone of Northern Pakistan
Diversity and Altitudinal Distribution of Squamata in Two Distinct Ecological Zones of Dir, A Himalayan Sub-Zone of Northern Pakistan Open
and Varanus bengalensis) and 16 species of snakes (Eryx johnii, Amphiesma stolatum, Boiga trigonata, Lycodon striatus,
View article: Patterns of occurrence of dengue and chikungunya, and spatial distribution of mosquito vector <i>Aedes albopictus</i> in Swabi district, Pakistan
Patterns of occurrence of dengue and chikungunya, and spatial distribution of mosquito vector <i>Aedes albopictus</i> in Swabi district, Pakistan Open
Objective Two principal vector species, Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus, are known for transmission of dengue ( DEN ) and chikungunya ( CHK ) in Pakistan. We aimed to investigate their spatial and temporal distribution. Methods and Resu…
View article: Bioaccumulation of Heavy Metals in Water, Sediments, and Tissues and Their Histopathological Effects on<i> Anodonta cygnea</i> (Linea, 1876) in Kabul River, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Bioaccumulation of Heavy Metals in Water, Sediments, and Tissues and Their Histopathological Effects on<i> Anodonta cygnea</i> (Linea, 1876) in Kabul River, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan Open
The present investigation aimed to assess the concentrations of selected heavy metals in water and sediments and their bioaccumulation in tissues of freshwater mussels and their histopathological effects on the digestive gland, gills, and …
View article: Environmental risk modelling and potential sand fly vectors of cutaneous leishmaniasis in Chitral district: a leishmanial focal point of mount Tirich Mir, Pakistan
Environmental risk modelling and potential sand fly vectors of cutaneous leishmaniasis in Chitral district: a leishmanial focal point of mount Tirich Mir, Pakistan Open
Objective To provide baseline information about suspected vectors and the incidence, distribution and an active zone of transmission for cutaneous leishmaniasis ( CL ) in Chitral, Pakistan, using GIS tools; and to investigate the role of e…
View article: Dataset of traumatic myiasis observed for three dominant screw worm species in North West Pakistan with first report of Wohlfahrtia magnifica (Schiner)
Dataset of traumatic myiasis observed for three dominant screw worm species in North West Pakistan with first report of Wohlfahrtia magnifica (Schiner) Open
View article: Species Distribution Modelling of <i>Aedes aegypti</i> in two dengue‐endemic regions of Pakistan
Species Distribution Modelling of <i>Aedes aegypti</i> in two dengue‐endemic regions of Pakistan Open
Objectives Statistical tools are effectively used to determine the distribution of mosquitoes and to make ecological inferences about the vector‐borne disease dynamics. In this study, we utilised species distribution models to understand s…
View article: Ichthyofauna of river Kabul at Nowshera, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Ichthyofauna of river Kabul at Nowshera, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan Open
A study on the fishes of River Kabul at District Nowshera, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was conducted from August 2011 to November 2011. A total of 24 fish species were identified belonging to 4 Orders (Cypriniformes, Siluriformes, Channiformes and …