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View article: Enhancing Seismic Displacement Prediction for Reinforced Concrete Box Girder Bridges Through Nonlinear Time History Analysis
Enhancing Seismic Displacement Prediction for Reinforced Concrete Box Girder Bridges Through Nonlinear Time History Analysis Open
Inelastic displacement ratios are critical parameters in the seismic design of reinforced concrete (RC) box girder bridges. Existing approaches of displacement prediction, including the Displacement Coefficient Method and the Capacity Spec…
View article: First record of the Indian star tortoise <i>Geochelone elegans</i> in Nepal
First record of the Indian star tortoise <i>Geochelone elegans</i> in Nepal Open
View article: Mitogenomic Insights into Phylogeny, Biogeography and Adaptive Evolution of the Genus Typhlomys (Rodentia: Platacanthomyidae)
Mitogenomic Insights into Phylogeny, Biogeography and Adaptive Evolution of the Genus Typhlomys (Rodentia: Platacanthomyidae) Open
Soft-furred tree mice (genus Typhlomys), which are native to southern China and northern Vietnam, are unique rodents capable of echolocation. Little is known about their taxonomy, ecology, and natural history. In this study, we generated t…
View article: Spatiotemporal dynamics and associated drivers of COVID-19 incidence in Nepal
Spatiotemporal dynamics and associated drivers of COVID-19 incidence in Nepal Open
Background COVID-19 has been a major global health concern, severely impacting Nepal with thousands of cases and deaths. The patterns of COVID-19 incidence in the country may have varied over time during the pandemic, with geographic facto…
View article: Anthropogenic noise and vegetation cover affect the vocalizations of resident Oriental magpie-robins in Kathmandu Valley, Nepal
Anthropogenic noise and vegetation cover affect the vocalizations of resident Oriental magpie-robins in Kathmandu Valley, Nepal Open
Urbanization is a major factor accounting for land transformation globally. Kathmandu is now one of the most rapidly urbanizing areas in the world. Urbanization and population growth, in turn, lead to increasing noise pollution that impact…
View article: Ecological Drivers and Community Perceptions: Conservation Challenges for the Critically Endangered Elongated Tortoise (Indotestudo elongata) in Jalthal Forest, Eastern Nepal
Ecological Drivers and Community Perceptions: Conservation Challenges for the Critically Endangered Elongated Tortoise (Indotestudo elongata) in Jalthal Forest, Eastern Nepal Open
The elongated tortoise (Indotestudo elongata), a Critically Endangered (CR) species, faces numerous threats across its range. Yet, the ecological and anthropogenic factors affecting its conservation in fragmented habitats remain poorly und…
View article: Floral Preferences of Butterflies Based on Plant Traits: A Case Study in the National Botanical Garden, Godawari, Nepal
Floral Preferences of Butterflies Based on Plant Traits: A Case Study in the National Botanical Garden, Godawari, Nepal Open
Butterflies have nectar-feeding preferences based on various floral characteristics, including flower shape, size, color, fragrance, and nectar composition, which in turn affect their survival, reproduction, and roles in pollination. The N…
View article: Increased thermal suitability elevates the risk of dengue transmission across the mid hills of Nepal
Increased thermal suitability elevates the risk of dengue transmission across the mid hills of Nepal Open
The burden of climate-sensitive, mosquito-borne diseases, including dengue, has significantly increased in recent years. Understanding the temporal and spatial variations of these diseases is essential for effectively controlling potential…
View article: Differential vulnerability of key threatened mammals to climate and land cover changes in the Central Himalayas
Differential vulnerability of key threatened mammals to climate and land cover changes in the Central Himalayas Open
Anthropogenic climate change affects biological diversity by altering their suitable habitat ranges. The Himalayan region is one of the world's most sensitive biodiversity hotspots to global climate change. The Chitwan Annapurna Landscape …
View article: Phylogeography of the Bent‐Toed Geckos (Squamata: Gekkonidae) Reveals Complex Diversification Patterns Linked to the Orogenic History of the Himalayas
Phylogeography of the Bent‐Toed Geckos (Squamata: Gekkonidae) Reveals Complex Diversification Patterns Linked to the Orogenic History of the Himalayas Open
The evolutionary history of the Himalayan biota has been shaped by geological and climatic changes over time. The Himalayan bent‐toed geckos, Cyrtodactylus (Squamata: Gekkonidae), is an ideal group to study the phylogeography of the Himala…
View article: DNA barcoding of catfishes (Order: Siluriformes) with description of two new records from eastern region of Nepal
DNA barcoding of catfishes (Order: Siluriformes) with description of two new records from eastern region of Nepal Open
Altogether 99 specimens catfishes collected from the Eastern Region of Nepal (ERN), representing 29 species belonging to 21 genera and eight families were successfully barcoded employing mitochondrial COI gene sequence analysis showing 98.…
View article: Increased thermal suitability Elevates Risk of Dengue Transmission Across the Mid Hills of Nepal
Increased thermal suitability Elevates Risk of Dengue Transmission Across the Mid Hills of Nepal Open
The burden of climate-sensitive, mosquito-borne diseases, including dengue, has significantly increased in recent years. Understanding the temporal and spatial variations of these diseases is essential for effectively controlling potential…
View article: Habitat Occupancy of the Critically Endangered Chinese Pangolin (<i>Manis pentadactyla</i>) Under Human Disturbance in an Urban Environment: Implications for Conservation
Habitat Occupancy of the Critically Endangered Chinese Pangolin (<i>Manis pentadactyla</i>) Under Human Disturbance in an Urban Environment: Implications for Conservation Open
Globally, urban expansion has led to habitat fragmentation and altered resource availability, thus posing significant challenges for wildlife. The Chinese pangolin ( Manis pentadactyla ) is a critically endangered species experiencing popu…
View article: Comparative Phylogeography of Two Specialist Rodents in Forest Fragments in Kenya
Comparative Phylogeography of Two Specialist Rodents in Forest Fragments in Kenya Open
The fragmented forests of the Kenya highlands, known for their exceptional species richness and endemism, are among the world’s most important biodiversity hotspots. However, detailed studies on the fauna of these ecosystems—especially spe…
View article: Perception and Effectiveness of Online Anatomy Lab Exercise on Undergraduate Students of BPKIHS During COVID-19 Pandemic
Perception and Effectiveness of Online Anatomy Lab Exercise on Undergraduate Students of BPKIHS During COVID-19 Pandemic Open
Introduction: Online mode of teaching learning activities were started for medical students of Nepal to reduce the risk of spreading virus during COVID-19 pandemic. BPKIHS started the modified online lab exercise (LABEX) for the undergradu…
View article: Phylogeography of the Sinica Group of Macaques in the Himalayas: Taxonomic and Evolutionary Implications
Phylogeography of the Sinica Group of Macaques in the Himalayas: Taxonomic and Evolutionary Implications Open
Owing to the taxonomic incongruence between the morphological features and genetic relationships of the sinica group of macaques (genus Macaca), the taxonomy of this macaque group has remained inconclusive. We aimed to resolve the taxonomi…
View article: Habitat Characteristics of the Endangered Himalayan Red Panda in Panchthar–Ilam–Taplejung Corridor, Eastern Nepal
Habitat Characteristics of the Endangered Himalayan Red Panda in Panchthar–Ilam–Taplejung Corridor, Eastern Nepal Open
The Panchthar–Ilam–Taplejung Corridor in Eastern Nepal, managed through community forestry, is a crucial habitat for the Himalayan red panda, an endangered carnivore threatened by forest degradation and illegal trade. We deployed the altit…
View article: Distribution records of Assamese macaques (Macaca assamensis pelops) from the Bheri River Basin in western Nepal
Distribution records of Assamese macaques (Macaca assamensis pelops) from the Bheri River Basin in western Nepal Open
The Assamese macaque (Macaca assamensis) population in Nepal is one of the least studied mammals. It is legally protected by the National Parks and Wildlife Conservation Act 1973; however, its population status, distribution and conservati…
View article: First record of Garra kempi Hora, 1921 (Cypriniformes: Cyprinidae) from Lohandra River of Nepal
First record of Garra kempi Hora, 1921 (Cypriniformes: Cyprinidae) from Lohandra River of Nepal Open
Nepal holds a high ichthyofaunal diversity, nevertheless, the molecular study of Nepalese fish is still in its early stages. The first record of a cyprinid fish species the Garra kempi Hora, 1921 for Nepal was reported from eastern Nepal’s…
View article: Habitat Occupancy of the Critically Endangered Chinese Pangolin (Manis pentadactyla) under Human Disturbance in an Urban Environment: Implications for Conservation
Habitat Occupancy of the Critically Endangered Chinese Pangolin (Manis pentadactyla) under Human Disturbance in an Urban Environment: Implications for Conservation Open
Globally, urban expansion has led to habitat fragmentation and altered resource availability thus posing significant challenges for wildlife. This study analyzed spatial distribution, habitat use patterns, and anthropogenic impacts on habi…
View article: A new species of the genus Soriculus (Soricidae, Eulipotyphla, Mammalia) from Medog in the eastern Himalaya
A new species of the genus Soriculus (Soricidae, Eulipotyphla, Mammalia) from Medog in the eastern Himalaya Open
Himalayan shrews of the genus Soriculus (Soricidae, Eulipotyphla), currently represented by four nominal species, are endemic to the Himalayas and the Gaoligong Mountains. In April 2022 and April 2023, a total of 10 specimens of Soriculus …
View article: Comparative analysis of mother–infant interactions between free-ranging and captive rhesus macaques in Kathmandu, Nepal
Comparative analysis of mother–infant interactions between free-ranging and captive rhesus macaques in Kathmandu, Nepal Open
Rhesus macaques (Macaca mulatta) are gregarious, social primates whose infants depend on maternal support for survival. This study aimed to compare mother–infant interactions between free-ranging rhesus macaques (Swayambhunath Temple) and …
View article: Hydrochemistry and Irrigation Quality of High-Altitude Lakes: A Case Study of the Ramaroshan Lake Complex, Nepal Himalayas
Hydrochemistry and Irrigation Quality of High-Altitude Lakes: A Case Study of the Ramaroshan Lake Complex, Nepal Himalayas Open
The Ramaroshan Lake Complex (RLC) in Sudurpaschim Province, Nepal, is a Himalayan lake cluster that holds significant ecological, economic, religious, and esthetic importance. This study aimed to provide a comprehensive characterization of…
View article: First record of the non-native vermiculated sailfin catfish Pterygoplichthys disjunctivus (Weber, 1991) from Lohandra River, Eastern Nepal
First record of the non-native vermiculated sailfin catfish Pterygoplichthys disjunctivus (Weber, 1991) from Lohandra River, Eastern Nepal Open
The non-native vermiculated sailfin catfish Pterygoplichthys disjunctivus (Weber, 1991) is recorded for the first time in eastern Nepal's aquatic systems.Native to South America, the first reports of P. disjunctivus in Asia were recorded i…
View article: DNA Barcoding of Catfishes (Order: Siluriformes) with New Records of Two Species from Eastern Nepal
DNA Barcoding of Catfishes (Order: Siluriformes) with New Records of Two Species from Eastern Nepal Open
The freshwater bodies of Nepal host a great deal of fish diversity; however, the molecular study of Nepalese fish is still in its early stages. Conservation management tactics require knowledge of the real species composition, often impede…
View article: Roost characteristics of Indian flying fox along urban noise gradient: A case study in Sallaghari Forest, Kathmandu Valley, Nepal
Roost characteristics of Indian flying fox along urban noise gradient: A case study in Sallaghari Forest, Kathmandu Valley, Nepal Open
The Indian flying fox, Pteropus medius is a fruit bat that contributes significantly to seed dispersal and pollination services. These bats face serious threats from the loss of roosting trees due to urbanization and deforestation. This st…
View article: New Distribution Record and Habitat Characteristics of Stinging Catfish (Heteropneustes nani Hossain, Sarker, Sharifuzzaman and Chowdhury, 2013) from Nepal
New Distribution Record and Habitat Characteristics of Stinging Catfish (Heteropneustes nani Hossain, Sarker, Sharifuzzaman and Chowdhury, 2013) from Nepal Open
The Stinging catfish (Heteropnuestes nani) was described in 2013 from the Noakhali of Bangladesh through detailed morphological characterization.They differ significantly from their congeners based on small size, completely separated pecto…
View article: A new species of shrew moles, genus Uropsilus Milne-Edwards, 1871 (Mammalia, Eulipotyphla, Talpidae), from the Wuyi Mountains, Jiangxi Province, eastern China
A new species of shrew moles, genus Uropsilus Milne-Edwards, 1871 (Mammalia, Eulipotyphla, Talpidae), from the Wuyi Mountains, Jiangxi Province, eastern China Open
Asian shrew moles, genus Uropsilus , are the most primitive members of family Talpidae. They are distributed mainly in southwestern China and adjacent Bhutan, Myanmar, and Vietnam. In June 2022, we collected five specimens of Uropsilus fro…
View article: Prevalence of gastrointestinal helminth parasites in rhesus macaques and local residents in the central mid-hills of Nepal
Prevalence of gastrointestinal helminth parasites in rhesus macaques and local residents in the central mid-hills of Nepal Open
Summary Rhesus macaques ( Macaca mulatta) are distributed across Nepal in close association with humans and with a high probability of sharing of soil-transmitted intestinal helminth parasites. This study was carried out to determine the p…
View article: Threats to the Critically Endangered yellow-headed tortoise <i>Indotestudo elongata</i> in Jalthal Forest, eastern lowland Nepal
Threats to the Critically Endangered yellow-headed tortoise <i>Indotestudo elongata</i> in Jalthal Forest, eastern lowland Nepal Open
Jalthal Forest (62.6 km 2 ) is a remnant forest patch of a once continuous, lush and dense area of sal Shorea robusta and mixed deciduous vegetation in eastern lowland Nepal that is now surrounded by a dense human population. The forest is…