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View article: Human-bat Competition on Cultivated Fruit Resources Promotes Bat-borne Pathogens Spillover to Humans and Domestic Animals in Bangladesh: An Exploratory Qualitative Study
Human-bat Competition on Cultivated Fruit Resources Promotes Bat-borne Pathogens Spillover to Humans and Domestic Animals in Bangladesh: An Exploratory Qualitative Study Open
Background Nipah virus (NiV) outbreaks have recurred nearly annually in Bangladesh since 2001, with a fatality >70%. These outbreaks are primarily linked to the consumption of raw date palm sap (RDPS), which is contaminated by Indian fl…
View article: Socioeconomic and Demographic Determinants of Indigenous Chicken Rearing in Coastal Communities of Bangladesh
Socioeconomic and Demographic Determinants of Indigenous Chicken Rearing in Coastal Communities of Bangladesh Open
Indigenous chicken rearing is an important part of rural livelihoods in Bangladesh, especially in economically challenged areas where it provides a primary source of income, nutrition, and employment opportunities for the poor people, espe…
View article: Prevalence and risk factors for the development of COPD among workers in stone quarries: a cross-sectional study
Prevalence and risk factors for the development of COPD among workers in stone quarries: a cross-sectional study Open
The prevalence of COPD is significantly high among stone quarry workers, underscoring the necessity for implementing effective preventive measures to mitigate the impact of occupational lung diseases.
View article: Ecology and epidemiology of multidrug-resistant Salmonella in synanthropic small mammals in Bangladesh
Ecology and epidemiology of multidrug-resistant Salmonella in synanthropic small mammals in Bangladesh Open
Multidrug resistant (MDR) organisms pose a significant global concern, affecting both human and animal health. Synanthropic small mammals, such as rodents and shrews can serve as environmental reservoirs and vectors for MDR organisms, incl…
View article: Pharmacological Investigation of the Active Fractions of Ficus benjamina Leaf Extract
Pharmacological Investigation of the Active Fractions of Ficus benjamina Leaf Extract Open
Objective: Ficus benjamina, commonly known as the weeping fig, is valued for its medicinal properties and potential health benefits. Due to its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects, it can treat infections, reduce infl…
View article: Prevalence and risk factors of antimicrobial resistance patterns of Staphylococcus spp. and E. coli in rodents and shrews at human-animal interfaces in Chattogram, Bangladesh
Prevalence and risk factors of antimicrobial resistance patterns of Staphylococcus spp. and E. coli in rodents and shrews at human-animal interfaces in Chattogram, Bangladesh Open
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a significant threat to human and animal health worldwide. Wild rodents and shrews may serve as bioindicators of environmental health. They may serve as a potential source of the transmission of AMR bac…
View article: Anthropogenic Factors and Social Organisation Drive Picobirnavirus Communities in Wild Rhesus Macaques
Anthropogenic Factors and Social Organisation Drive Picobirnavirus Communities in Wild Rhesus Macaques Open
Biologists are increasingly interested in the ecological and evolutionary factors that influence microbial communities. Yet compared to bacterial communities, our understanding of viral community ecology remains limited. Here, we investiga…
View article: Detection of Nipah Virus in Human Milk: A Novel Finding
Detection of Nipah Virus in Human Milk: A Novel Finding Open
Nipah virus (NiV) causes severe diseases in humans with a high case fatality rate. The primary risk factors for NiV infection in Bangladesh are drinking raw date palm sap (DPS) contaminated with Pteropus fruit bat secretions/excretions or …
View article: Epidemiology and evolutionary dynamics of H9N2 avian influenza virus in Bangladesh
Epidemiology and evolutionary dynamics of H9N2 avian influenza virus in Bangladesh Open
Low pathogenicity avian influenza (LPAI) H9N2 has been enzootic in Bangladeshi poultry since 2006. H9N2 outbreaks can decrease egg production and growth and pose a risk to human health. The role of avian hosts in the persistence, evolution…
View article: The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on antimicrobial usage: an international patient-level cohort study
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on antimicrobial usage: an international patient-level cohort study Open
Background This study aimed to evaluate the trends in antimicrobial prescription during the first 1.5 years of COVID-19 pandemic. Methods This was an observational, retrospective cohort study using patient-level data from Bangladesh, Brazi…
View article: Assessment of Soft‐Shell Mud Crab ( <i>Scylla olivacea</i> ) Farming Trend in the Southwest Coastal Region of Bangladesh
Assessment of Soft‐Shell Mud Crab ( <i>Scylla olivacea</i> ) Farming Trend in the Southwest Coastal Region of Bangladesh Open
Soft‐shell crab aquaculture practices emerged as a profitable livelihood option in the study area due to its lower vulnerability to changing climatic conditions and high demand in the international market. Therefore, this study aims to ide…
View article: <b>Characterization of enterotoxin, antibiotic resistance genes, and antimicrobial susceptibility profiling of <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i> isolated from table eggs: Implications for food safety and public health</b>
<b>Characterization of enterotoxin, antibiotic resistance genes, and antimicrobial susceptibility profiling of <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i> isolated from table eggs: Implications for food safety and public health</b> Open
Background: Staphylococcus aureus is a significant pathogen in both clinical and food safety contexts, capable of contaminating table eggs, which are a common dietary staple worldwide. Aim: This study aimed to assess the prevalence, molecu…
View article: Estimating Economic Losses in Commercial Chicken Farms During COVID‐19 Pandemic in Bangladesh: Lessons Learned for Future Pandemic
Estimating Economic Losses in Commercial Chicken Farms During COVID‐19 Pandemic in Bangladesh: Lessons Learned for Future Pandemic Open
The COVID‐19 pandemic has had a substantial impact on various economic sectors, including poultry production and trading in Bangladesh. We aimed to estimate the total economic losses and determine the causes behind these losses in commerci…
View article: Assessment and Management of Occupational and Health Risks Associated with the Shipbuilding Industry in Bangladesh - Review
Assessment and Management of Occupational and Health Risks Associated with the Shipbuilding Industry in Bangladesh - Review Open
Bangladesh's shipbuilding sector plays a significant contributor to the country's economy. However, it is also associated with occupational risks for its workforce. This paper aims to review and explore existing literature on assessing and…
View article: Comparison of phenolics, flavonoids and anthocyanin in pigmented and non-pigmented maize in bangladesh
Comparison of phenolics, flavonoids and anthocyanin in pigmented and non-pigmented maize in bangladesh Open
In the present study the compositions of phenolics, flavonoids and anthocyanins in a purple maize (SAU Bhutta 3) variety were determined and compared its phytonutrients with those of other maize varieties cultivated in Bangladesh. The SAU …
View article: Phylodynamics of high pathogenicity avian influenza virus in Bangladesh identifying domestic ducks as the amplifying host reservoir
Phylodynamics of high pathogenicity avian influenza virus in Bangladesh identifying domestic ducks as the amplifying host reservoir Open
High pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) virus H5N1 first emerged in Bangladesh in 2007. Despite the use of vaccines in chickens since 2012 to control HPAI, HPAI H5Nx viruses have continued to infect poultry, and wild birds, resulting in …
View article: Evaluating The Adverse Health Effects of Herbal Medicine on Swiss Albino Mice: A Comprehensive Hepatotoxicity and Nephrotoxicity Analysis
Evaluating The Adverse Health Effects of Herbal Medicine on Swiss Albino Mice: A Comprehensive Hepatotoxicity and Nephrotoxicity Analysis Open
Herbal medicine (HM) has been utilized extensively to a wide range of illnesses for thousands of years and has significantly contributed to the health of human beings. The harmful health consequences or degree of toxicity of herbal medicat…
View article: Genome-Wide Investigation Reveals Potential Therapeutic Targets in Shigella spp.
Genome-Wide Investigation Reveals Potential Therapeutic Targets in Shigella spp. Open
Shigella stands as a major contributor to bacterial dysentery worldwide scale, particularly in developing countries with inadequate sanitation and hygiene. The emergence of multidrug-resistant strains exacerbates the challenge of treating …
View article: Association of biosecurity and hygiene practices with avian influenza A/H5 and A/H9 virus infections in turkey farms
Association of biosecurity and hygiene practices with avian influenza A/H5 and A/H9 virus infections in turkey farms Open
High pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 outbreaks pose a significant threat to the health of livestock, wildlife, and humans. Avian influenza viruses (AIVs) are enzootic in poultry in many countries, including Bangladesh, necessitat…
View article: APPLICATION OF LINEAR PROGRAMMING FOR COST MINIMIZATION OF FISH FEED
APPLICATION OF LINEAR PROGRAMMING FOR COST MINIMIZATION OF FISH FEED Open
The use of the linear programming technique has increased in a number of applications, including the traffic light control, the allocation of aircraft over various routes, the management of water quality in warehouses, caterers, personnel,…
View article: Farm biosecurity practices affecting avian influenza virus circulation in commercial chicken farms in Bangladesh.
Farm biosecurity practices affecting avian influenza virus circulation in commercial chicken farms in Bangladesh. Open
Avian influenza virus (AIV) is of major concern to livestock, wildlife, and human health. In many countries in the world, including Bangladesh, AIV is endemic in poultry, requiring improving biosecurity. In Bangladesh, we investigated how …
View article: The One Health Epidemiology of Avian Influenza Infection in Bangladesh: Lessons Learned from the Past 15 Years
The One Health Epidemiology of Avian Influenza Infection in Bangladesh: Lessons Learned from the Past 15 Years Open
Avian influenza viruses (AIVs) are significant transboundary zoonotic pathogens that concern both animal and human. Since the first report of H5N1 AIV in Bangladesh in early 2007, it resulted in numerous outbreaks across the country, hinde…
View article: In silico prediction of interaction between Nipah virus attachment glycoprotein and host cell receptors Ephrin-B2 and Ephrin-B3 in domestic and peridomestic mammals
In silico prediction of interaction between Nipah virus attachment glycoprotein and host cell receptors Ephrin-B2 and Ephrin-B3 in domestic and peridomestic mammals Open
Nipah virus (NiV) is a lethal bat-borne zoonotic virus that causes mild to acute respiratory distress and neurological manifestations in humans with a high mortality rate. NiV transmission to humans occurs via consumption of bat-contaminat…
View article: Prevalence of West Nile virus antibodies in wild birds in Bangladesh
Prevalence of West Nile virus antibodies in wild birds in Bangladesh Open
West Nile virus is a zoonotic arbovirus spread by mosquito vectors for which birds are common reservoir hosts. In this report, we are presenting the prevalence of West Nile virus antibodies among the resident and migratory wild birds from …