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View article: Simulating the Spread of Foot-and-Mouth Disease in Densely Populated Areas as Part of Contingency Plans to Establish the Best Control Options
Simulating the Spread of Foot-and-Mouth Disease in Densely Populated Areas as Part of Contingency Plans to Establish the Best Control Options Open
Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a highly contagious disease of livestock caused by the FMD virus (FMDV). It is not dangerous to humans but can cause severe disruption to the farming sector and hampers trade in animals and animal products. …
View article: Restorative psychophysiological effects of biophilic virtual environment
Restorative psychophysiological effects of biophilic virtual environment Open
View article: Epidemiological Characteristics of the African Swine Fever Genotype II Epidemic in Domestic Pigs in Lombardy (Northern Italy) in 2023 and 2024
Epidemiological Characteristics of the African Swine Fever Genotype II Epidemic in Domestic Pigs in Lombardy (Northern Italy) in 2023 and 2024 Open
African swine fever (ASF) is a severe hemorrhagic disease of suids caused by the African swine fever virus (ASFV). In 2023, the introduction of genotype II ASFV into Lombardy was a cause for serious concern; the region is home to approxima…
View article: Modelling the Spread of Foot and Mouth Disease in Different Livestock Settings in Italy to Assess the Cost Effectiveness of Potential Control Strategies
Modelling the Spread of Foot and Mouth Disease in Different Livestock Settings in Italy to Assess the Cost Effectiveness of Potential Control Strategies Open
Foot and Mouth disease (FMD) transmission is strongly related to the distribution and density of FMD-susceptible animals. In this study, we applied a model to simulate the spread of FMD in three Italian regions with different livestock dem…
View article: Surveillance for Avian Influenza in Wild Birds in the Lombardy Region (Italy) in the Period 2022–2024
Surveillance for Avian Influenza in Wild Birds in the Lombardy Region (Italy) in the Period 2022–2024 Open
Influenza A virus (AIV) circulation was investigated in the Lombardy region, during 2022–2024, in wild ducks (through hunting and sampling of faecal samples within natural parks) and wild birds found dead. Samples were analysed through rea…
View article: An analysis of the social, cultural, and ecological factors that affect the implementation of biosecurity measures on smallholder commercial swine farms in Italy in the context of an emerging African Swine Fever outbreak
An analysis of the social, cultural, and ecological factors that affect the implementation of biosecurity measures on smallholder commercial swine farms in Italy in the context of an emerging African Swine Fever outbreak Open
African Swine Fever (ASF) is a contagious viral disease that infects wild and domesticated swine. In early 2022, the virus was found in wild boar in the Apennine mountains of mainland Italy.2 Since then, it has spread from wild …
View article: Strategic Challenges to the Eradication of African Swine Fever Genotype II in Domestic Pigs in North Italy
Strategic Challenges to the Eradication of African Swine Fever Genotype II in Domestic Pigs in North Italy Open
African swine fever (ASF) is a severe viral disease characterized by high lethality in suids and caused by the African Swine Fever Virus (ASFV). The ASF genotype I virus was introduced to Europe in 1957, marking the onset of the first Euro…
View article: Optimizing Vaccination Strategies against African Swine Fever Using Spatial Data from Wild Boars in Lithuania
Optimizing Vaccination Strategies against African Swine Fever Using Spatial Data from Wild Boars in Lithuania Open
African swine fever (ASF) is one of the most severe suid diseases, impacting the pig industry and wild suid populations. Once an ASF vaccine is available, identifying a sufficient density of vaccination fields will be crucial to achieve er…
View article: Evaluation of the Risk of African Swine Fever Virus Transmission at the Interface between Feral and Domestic Pigs in Lombardy, with a View to Establishing Preventive Measures for Domestic Pigs
Evaluation of the Risk of African Swine Fever Virus Transmission at the Interface between Feral and Domestic Pigs in Lombardy, with a View to Establishing Preventive Measures for Domestic Pigs Open
African swine fever (ASF) continues to spread worldwide, and has reached multiple countries across Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, and the Pacific, representing a serious economic burden threatening pig health and welfare, as well as food sec…
View article: Semi-Quantitative Risk Assessment of African Swine Fever Virus Introduction in Outdoor Pig Farms
Semi-Quantitative Risk Assessment of African Swine Fever Virus Introduction in Outdoor Pig Farms Open
In a previous study, a semi-quantitative risk assessment was developed to rank pig holdings in terms of likelihood of introducing African swine fever virus (ASFV) by assessing their compliance with biosecurity and exposure to geographical …
View article: Semi-quantitative risk assessment of African swine fever virus introduction in pig farms
Semi-quantitative risk assessment of African swine fever virus introduction in pig farms Open
A semi-quantitative risk assessment was developed to classify pig farms in terms of the probability of introduction of African swine fever virus (ASFV). Following on-farm data collection via a specific checklist, we applied a modified fail…
View article: New shopping behaviour in a changing environment
New shopping behaviour in a changing environment Open
View article: Mobile shopping behavior: a bibliometric analysis
Mobile shopping behavior: a bibliometric analysis Open
Frame of the research:The increase in the penetration rate of smartphones (3 billion smartphone users in 2020), together with the spread of broadband connectivity, represents a driving force for e-commerce that will increasingly be support…
View article: Epidemiological Features of the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Virus H5N1 in a Densely Populated Area of Lombardy (Italy) during the Epidemic Season 2021–2022
Epidemiological Features of the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Virus H5N1 in a Densely Populated Area of Lombardy (Italy) during the Epidemic Season 2021–2022 Open
In the last two years, there have been three major epidemic seasons in the territory of the European Union and the HPAI epizootic in 2021–2022 is the most severe in recent history. In Italy, the disease was introduced to dense poultry area…
View article: SARS-CoV-2 in a Mink Farm in Italy: Case Description, Molecular and Serological Diagnosis by Comparing Different Tests
SARS-CoV-2 in a Mink Farm in Italy: Case Description, Molecular and Serological Diagnosis by Comparing Different Tests Open
This study described a SARS-CoV-2 infection in minks on an Italian farm. Surveillance was performed based on clinical examination and a collection of 1879 swabs and 74 sera from dead and live animals. The farm was placed under surveillance…
View article: Using mobile while shopping in-store: a new model of impulse-buying behaviour
Using mobile while shopping in-store: a new model of impulse-buying behaviour Open
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to develop a comprehensive model of impulse-buying that considers the impact of mobile device use on shopping behaviour as a tool for shopping preparation or as a tool for self-regulation. Design/method…
View article: What drives consumers to shop on mobile devices? Insights from a Meta-Analysis
What drives consumers to shop on mobile devices? Insights from a Meta-Analysis Open
View article: Torque Teno Sus Virus (TTSuV) Prevalence in Wild Fauna of Northern Italy
Torque Teno Sus Virus (TTSuV) Prevalence in Wild Fauna of Northern Italy Open
Torque teno sus virus (TTSuV) is a non-enveloped circular ssDNA virus which frequently infects swine and has been associated with hepatic, respiratory, and autoimmune disorders. TTSuV’s pathogenic role is still uncertain, and clear data in…
View article: Analysis of Bee Population Decline in Lombardy during the Period 2014–2016 and Identification of High-Risk Areas
Analysis of Bee Population Decline in Lombardy during the Period 2014–2016 and Identification of High-Risk Areas Open
The first events of bee decline in Italy were reported during 1999. Since then, population decline has frequently been reported in Lombardy. In this study, the association between bee decline and the type of land surrounding the apiary was…
View article: ESBL/AmpC-Producing Escherichia coli in Wild Boar: Epidemiology and Risk Factors
ESBL/AmpC-Producing Escherichia coli in Wild Boar: Epidemiology and Risk Factors Open
The complex health problem of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) involves many host species, numerous bacteria and several routes of transmission. Extended-spectrum β-lactamase and AmpC (ESBL/AmpC)-producing Escherichia coli are among the most…
View article: Data-driven digital advertising: benefits and risks of online behavioral advertising
Data-driven digital advertising: benefits and risks of online behavioral advertising Open
Purpose The research aims to investigate how individuals can be persuaded to make purchases through repeated and personalized messages. Specifically, the study proposes a framework of the potential benefits and risks of the online behavior…
View article: 12. Conclusions
12. Conclusions Open
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View article: How to Promote Healthier Shopping Behaviour: Which Are the Most Effective Retail Marketing’ Levers in E-Commerce Grocery
How to Promote Healthier Shopping Behaviour: Which Are the Most Effective Retail Marketing’ Levers in E-Commerce Grocery Open
The World Health Organization (WHO) suggests people to eat at least five portion of fruits and vegetables a day, but the level of consumption of this category is far from been reached. Considering that the majority of food purchases occurs…
View article: A Review of Risk Factors of African Swine Fever Incursion in Pig Farming within the European Union Scenario
A Review of Risk Factors of African Swine Fever Incursion in Pig Farming within the European Union Scenario Open
African swine fever (ASF) is a notifiable viral disease of pigs and wild boars that could lead to serious economic losses for the entire European pork industry. As no effective treatment or vaccination is available, disease prevention and …
View article: Analysis of Risk Factors for African Swine Fever in Lombardy to Identify Pig Holdings and Areas Most at Risk of Introduction in Order to Plan Preventive Measures
Analysis of Risk Factors for African Swine Fever in Lombardy to Identify Pig Holdings and Areas Most at Risk of Introduction in Order to Plan Preventive Measures Open
In 2019, the area of the European Union (EU) affected by African swine fever (ASF) expanded progressively in a southwestern direction from Baltic and eastern countries. The disease can severely affect and disrupt regional and international…
View article: A quantitative comparison of West Nile virus incidence from 2013 to 2018 in Emilia-Romagna, Italy
A quantitative comparison of West Nile virus incidence from 2013 to 2018 in Emilia-Romagna, Italy Open
The estimated prevalence of WNV in the mosquito and avian populations were significantly higher in 2018 with respect to 2013-2017 seasons, especially in the eastern part of the region. Furthermore, peak avian prevalence was estimated to ha…
View article: Evaluation of the Efficiency of Active and Passive Surveillance in the Detection of African Swine Fever in Wild Boar
Evaluation of the Efficiency of Active and Passive Surveillance in the Detection of African Swine Fever in Wild Boar Open
African swine fever (ASF) is one of the most severe diseases of pigs and has a drastic impact on pig industry. Wild boar populations play the role of ASF genotype II virus epidemiological reservoir. Disease surveillance in wild boar is car…
View article: Using Mobile Applications: A Model of Technology Adoption in the Grocery Setting
Using Mobile Applications: A Model of Technology Adoption in the Grocery Setting Open
One of the most discussed topics in the academic literature is the adoption of new technologies by consumers. However, researchers conducted few studies on the adoption of mobile apps for grocery shopping. Particularly, the few researches …
View article: Assessing the Long-Term Effect on Sales and CSR of a Nutrition Marketing Strategy in the Retailing Environment
Assessing the Long-Term Effect on Sales and CSR of a Nutrition Marketing Strategy in the Retailing Environment Open
The present work aims to implement a ‘healthy checkout’ in a real retailing environment in order to demonstrate that this kind of intervention can be a win-win strategy for both shoppers and retailers in a long-term perspective…
View article: Relevant Measures to Prevent the Spread of African Swine Fever in the European Union Domestic Pig Sector
Relevant Measures to Prevent the Spread of African Swine Fever in the European Union Domestic Pig Sector Open
During the past decade, African swine fever (ASF) has spread from the Caucasus region to eastern European Union countries affecting domestic pig and wild boar populations. In order to avert ASF spread, mitigation measures targeting both po…