Publications by authors named "F Montarsi"
Background: Knowledge of the distribution and abundance of disease-causing mosquito vectors is fundamental for assessing the risk of disease circulation and introduction. Aedes caspius (Pallas, 1771) and Aedes vexans (Meigen, 1830) have been implicated, to different extents, in the circulation of several arthropod-borne viruses (arboviruses). These two mosquitoes are vectors of Tahyna virus in Europe and are considered potential vectors of Rift Valley fever virus, a virus not present but at risk of introduction on the continent.
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- Ticks are common in North-East Italy and can carry zoonotic pathogens that affect public health.
- A study collected ticks from 26 sites between 2015-2021 to analyze their habitat and the presence of these pathogens through PCR tests.
- The research identified hotspots for pathogen presence linked to environmental factors like temperature, rainfall, altitude, and vegetation, providing valuable insights for public health risk management.
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- The study evaluated the VECTRACK system, which integrates optical sensors and machine learning, for monitoring disease-vector mosquitoes, specifically Aedes albopictus and Culex pipiens, in Italy.
- The research focused on assessing the impact of the VECTRACK sensor on the performance of a commercial mosquito trap and the accuracy of its classification algorithm.
- Results showed that the VECTRACK-equipped trap performed similarly to traditional traps, capturing a high percentage of Aedes albopictus and demonstrating excellent agreement between automated and manual identification methods.
Background: Mosquitoes (Culicidae), as disease vectors, represent a risk for human health worldwide. Repeated introductions of alien mosquito species and the spread of invasive species have been recorded in different countries. Traditionally, identification of mosquitoes relies on morphological observation.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFRice is a crucial food source and an important economic activity globally. Rice fields provide habitats for birds and other organisms but also serve as ideal breeding grounds for mosquitoes, including potential vectors such as Culex, Aedes, and Anopheles. There is an urgent need to manage mosquitoes associated with rice crops, as they are important pests and vectors of diverse pathogens.
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