New distribution records for Eucharitidae (Hym.: Chalcidoidea) in Iran

Abstract. During the collection of Chalcidoidea (Hymenoptera) in the North and Northwest of Iran, two Eucharitidae species (Hym.: Chalcidoidea) were identified. Hitherto only one species of this family has been reported from Iran, therefore two new species, Eucharis adscendens (Fabricius) and Eucharis rugulosa Gussakovskiy were added to the Iranian fauna. The studied species may be parasitoids of Formica glauca Ruzsky and Cataglyphis sp. (Hym.: Formicidae, Formicinae), respectively

Some records of parasitoid wasps associated with gall wasps (Hymenoptera: Cynipidae) in Istanbul, Turkey

Pamukkale University Scientific Research Project Unit, 2012FBE04

Hypertriglyceridemic Pancreatitis and Pregnancy: A Case Report

Background & aim:  Elevated triglyceride levels in women with hereditary forms of hypertriglyceridemia may involve the risk of pancreatic attacks during pregnancy. Case report:In this study, we present the clinical course of a 42-year-old pregnant woman with two vaginal deliveries and one cesarean section (gravidity: 4, parity: 3, live: 2, death: 1) admitted to our hospital. Gestational age was 33-34 weeks based on the last menstrual period and ultrasound results. Although hypertriglyceridemia and pancreatitis were controlled by pancreatitis treatment, intrauterine fetal death occurred in the patient. In addition, fish oil, gemfibrozil and antum were administered to decrease serum triglyceride (TG) levels. Finally, the patient was discharged with good general conditions and a TG level of ≤200 mg/dl four weeks after the onset of the disease. Conclusion: Hyperlipidemic pancreatitis is associated with maternal and fetal mortality and morbidity. Therefore, treatments should be initiated immediately after the diagnosis of this disease during pregnancy. Complications caused by elevated TG levels could be prevented with appropriate and timely interventions

The Anticancer Potential of Ivermectin: Mechanisms of Action and Therapeutic Implications

Abstract Ivermectin is a well-known antiparasitic drug in the macrolide class with a 16-membered ring. It has been used for treating various parasitic diseases, including onchocerciasis, lymphatic filariasis, and strongyloidiasis. The present study aimed to review the mechanisms of action and therapeutic implications of Ivermectin as an anticancer agent. It has been used for over three decades, and its safety has been well-established in humans A growing body of evidence suggests that ivermectin has anticancer properties, making it an attractive candidate for treating various types of cancer. The reason is that ivermectin targets multiple signaling pathways, including the Wnt/β-catenin, PI3K/Akt/mTOR, and STAT3 pathways, to inhibit cancer cell proliferation and induce apoptosis. Inhibition of these pathways by ivermectin leads to suppression of cancer cell growth. Additionally, ivermectin has been shown to induce autophagy, which can lead to programmed cell death in cancer cells. One of the significant advantages of ivermectin as an anticancer drug is its safety profile. Furthermore, it is easily available and affordable, making it a promising alternative to conventional chemotherapy for various types of cancer, including breast, lung, and colon cancer. However, further research is needed to evaluate its clinical effectiveness in humans. Clinical trials are underway to investigate ivermectin's safety and efficacy in cancer treatment. In conclusion, the safety profile and low cost of ivermectin as an anticancer drug have turned it into a feasible alternative to conventional chemotherapy, which needs more investigation. https://jlar.rovedar.com/index.php/JLAR/article/view/1

First report of Eurytoma cynipsea (Hym.: Eurytomidae) from Iran

زنبور پارازیتوئید Eurytoma cynipsea Boheman برای اولین‌بار از ایران گزارش می‌شود. حشرات کامل این زنبور از گال‌های ایجادشده به‌وسیله زنبور گال‌زای Aulacidea hieracii (Linnaeus) (Hym.: Cynipidae) روی ساقه‌های گیاه Hieracium verruculatum Link (Asteraceae)‌ به‌دست آمدند. زنبور E. cynipsea در بسیاری از کشورهای منطقه Palaearctic انتشار دارد