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Notes on some publication dates recently cited in the checklist of Decapoda described by Camill Heller
No full textThe decapod new genus- and species-group names described by Heller have been listed with their current identities in a recent work (De Grave et al. 2011), where the authors also provided a complete list of the publications on Decapoda by Heller. Some of the dates of publication have, however, not been correctly adopted due to a misinterpretation of the journals’ publication procedure. In this paper, notes on publication by two of the journals, where Heller published his work on Decapoda are made and corrections on some publication dates mentioned in De Grave et al. (2022) are provided
Type specimens of Neuropterida (Insecta) in the Natural History Museum Vienna. I. Raphidioptera
No full textThe Natural History Museum Vienna (NHMW) possesses 1282 type specimens of 75 Raphidioptera species and subspecies. The type status of one specimen of Ophiopsis mediterranea H Aspöck, U Aspöck & Rausch, 1977, marked as type, could not be confirmed. Two types of the species Mongoloraphidia (Hissaroraphidia) karatauica H Aspöck & U Aspöck, 1995 are missing. Of the 75 species and subspecies, 68 belong to the family Raphidiidae and seven species to the family Inocelliidae. The species are listed in alphabetical order within the families. The page number of the original description, the type locality and the current name are recorded. The major part of the registered specimens belongs to species described by H Aspöck, U Aspöck and H Rausch
First records of Spinetail Devil Ray, Mobula mobular (Bonnaterre, 1788), and Bentfin Devil Ray, M. thurstoni (Lloyd, 1908) (Myliobatiformes, Mobulidae), in French Polynesia
No full textThe first confirmed sightings of Spinetail Devil Ray, Mobula mobular (Bonnaterre, 1788), and Bentfin Devil Ray, M. thurstoni (Lloyd, 1908) (Myliobatiformes, Mobulidae), are reported in French Polynesia. An individual of M. mobular was observed in the Society Archipelago, and a group of seven M. thurstoni were observed in a courtship display in the Marquesas Archipelago. Currently listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, they face ongoing threats from environmental change and bycatch in industrial fisheries. There is a need for further research in the region to support conservation efforts of these two species
Two new species of the Clistopyga henryi species-group (Hymenoptera, Ichneumonidae, Pimplinae) from South America, with a key to species of the group
No full textThe Neotropical Clistopyga henryi species-group includes currently four described species. In this study, we describe two new species (C. peruandina Sääksjärvi & Pádua, sp. nov. and C. teresopolitana Pádua, sp. nov.) from the Peruvian Andes and Brazilian coastal rainforests. In addition, we provide information on the variation of C. carinata Bordera & Palacio and a key to species of the species-group
Edaphic ants in vineyards and cherry orchards, with first record of Strumigenys silvestrii (Hymenoptera, Formicidae, Attini) for Chile
No full textAnts (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) are a diverse and ecologically important group of social insects that play crucial roles in ecosystems worldwide. In this study, we aim to identify the community of ant species present in two important fruit crops of Central Chile. Ants were sampled from January to March in three cherry orchards and three vineyards, using standard pitfall traps to sample above-ground, and subterranean pitfall traps to sample below-ground. We found in total seven species of ants, three native and four introduced, with Strumigenys silvestrii Emery, 1906 being the first record of Attini species for central Chile. The introduced Hypoponera eduardi (Forel, 1894) was the most frequently sampled species, while the invasive Linepithema humile (Mayr, 1868) was found in only two sites. The ecological or functional roles of these species within the Chilean agroecosystems deserve further investigation
The addition of six novel species and a new record of Amphisphaeria from northern Thailand
No full textThis study introduces six new Amphisphaeria species, discovered on dead twigs belonging to Calophyllaceae, Fabaceae, Sapotaceae, and Theaceae in northern Thailand, based on a morpho-phylogenetic approach. Our newly introduced Amphisphaeria species share morphological traits with other members of the genus, featuring ascomata with a two-layered peridium and unitunicate asci with either J+ or J- apical ring. The newly identified species Amphisphaeria mesuae, A. mimusopis, A. paraserianthis, A. pseudomicheliae, A. pterocarpi, and A. schimae differ from previously known Amphisphaeria species in Amphisphaeriaceae. This distinction is supported by combined analyses using maximum likelihood and Bayesian inference of nuclear ribosomal large subunit rDNA (LSU) and the internal transcribed spacer (ITS) sequence matrix. Amphisphaeria mesuae can be distinguished from A. ailaoshanensis by the presence of larger ascomata, smaller asci, ellipsoidal ascospores, and the absence of a sheath surrounding the ascospores. Amphisphaeria mimusopis differs from its phylogenetically related sister taxon by possessing smaller asci, larger ascospores, and narrower paraphyses. Amphisphaeria paraserianthis differs from closely related taxa in its ostiolate ascomata and 3-septate ascospores. Amphisphaeria pterocarpi can be distinguished from the taxon with which it clusters by having smaller ascomata and ascospores. Amphisphaeria pseudomicheliae has larger ascomata and asci, but smaller ascospores, compared to its sister taxon, A. micheliae. Amphisphaeria schimae differs from closely related taxa in its larger ascomata, asci, and ascospores. Amphisphaeria micheliae was also collected here and is reported as a new record on Senna siamea. This study contributes to the expansion of the taxonomic framework of Amphisphaeria
Two new species of Chionosphaera and Kurtzmanomyces (Chionosphaeraceae, Agaricostilbomycetes) isolated from China
No full textWithin the family Chionosphaeraceae, only nine species of Chionosphaera and Kurtzmanomyces have been described to date. In this study, two strains of Chionosphaera and two strains of Kurtzmanomyces from China were examined using phylogenetic, physiological, and biochemical approaches. Phylogenetic analyses based on sequences of the internal transcribed spacer (ITS) region, the D1/D2 domain of the large subunit (LSU) rRNA gene, and the translation elongation factor 1-α gene (tef1α) were conducted to infer species relationships within the genera Chionosphaera and Kurtzmanomyces. As a result, two novel species are proposed: Chionosphaera foliicola sp. nov. (holotype GDMCC 2.531T) and Kurtzmanomyces guiyangensis sp. nov. (holotype GDMCC 2.499T). Descriptions and illustrations of both species are provided, together with comparisons to closely related taxa. This study expands the known diversity of Chionosphaeraceae in China and provides a basis for future taxonomic and ecological investigations
Taxonomic novelties in Dictyosporiaceae and Pleurotremataceae (Dothideomycetes, Ascomycota): Two new species and three new host reports in the coastal region of Guangdong Province, China
No full textDuring a survey of microflora associated with dead plant substrates in coastal regions of Guangdong Province, China, we identified several interesting Dothideomycetes fungi and provided refined updated phylogenetic analyses for Dictyosporium and Melomastia species. Two novel species are introduced, Dictyosporium thecatum and Melomastia shenzhenensis, based on molecular and morphological evidence. New host records of M. beihaiensis, M. hydei and M. fusispora are also reported in this paper. Molecular phylogenetic studies of new isolates were based on concatenated (i) ITS, LSU, tef1-α and (ii) LSU, SSU, ITS, tef1-α gene regions for Dictyosporium and Melomastia, respectively. These taxonomic novelties were recognised by comparing morphological characteristics with closely-related taxa. Melomastia shenzhenensis closely clustered with M. oleae (CGMCC 3.20619 and UESTCC 21.0003) with high statistical support value (ML/BYPP = 100%/1.00). Morphologically, Melomastia shenzhenensis can be distinguished from M. oleae in having larger of ascomata, ostiolar canal and peridium and smaller asci and ascospores. Dictyosporium thecatum forms a distinct basal clade with D. sexualis (MFLUCC 10-0127). Dictyosporium thecatum is different from D. sexualis in having smaller ascomata, asci and ascospores and possesses a larger mucilaginous sheath surrounding ascospores than D. sexualis. Two pairwise identity analyses were conducted for Dictyosporium and Melomastia. The resulting sequence identity scores were saved as a matrix and visualised as plots with a colour key to indicate the correspondence between pairwise identities. This study offers new insights into saprobic Dothideomycetes colonising dead woody substrates in coastal habitats of Guangdong Province, China
Neurological manifestations of MIS-C: a single-center experience and case-based literature review
No full textMultisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) is a rare but severe post-infectious complication associated with SARS-CoV-2. Neurological manifestations occur in approximately one quarter of MIS-C cases, ranging from mild symptoms such as headache and photophobia to severe complications including seizures, encephalopathy, and stroke. This article provides a comprehensive review of the neurological aspects of MIS-C, incorporating evidence from the literature and a detailed case report of a 15-year-old male who presented with acute neurological symptoms, systemic inflammation, and multiorgan involvement. Four main pathophysiological mechanisms have been proposed to explain neurological involvement: cytokine-mediated neuroinflammation, blood–brain barrier disruption, autoimmune responses, and direct viral neuroinvasion. Neuroimaging and EEG findings often support encephalopathic processes, while laboratory and immunological profiles indicate a hyperinflammatory state. The present case also highlights a potential link between severe hyponatremia and neurological complications. Management strategies—such as immunomodulation, anticoagulation, supportive therapy, and neuroprotective interventions—are discussed in this context. The prognosis for MIS-C patients with neurological involvement varies, with severe cases requiring long-term monitoring. This review underscores the importance of early neurological assessment in MIS-C to guide treatment and improve outcomes
Comparison of surface roughness between 3D printed and heat-polymerized polymers for removable dentures
No full textAim: This study aimed to compare the surface roughness of 3D-printed denture base and teeth polymers with conventional heat-polymerized acrylic resin to evaluate their clinical suitability.Materials and methods: Sixty cylindrical specimens (18 mm × 3 mm) were fabricated and divided into three groups: Group A – 3D-printed Denture Base Resin; Group B – 3D-printed Denture Teeth Resin; and Group C – heat-polymerized Superacryl Plus (control). Specimens were processed following standardized protocols for polishing and post-polymerization. Surface topography and roughness parameters (Ra, Rq, Rmax) were measured using atomic force microscopy (AFM). Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, and intergroup differences were assessed with the non-parametric Mann–Whitney test (p < 0.01).Results: Both 3D-printed resins exhibited higher surface roughness than the heat-polymerized control, with Group B showing the highest Ra and Rq values, followed by Group A. Rmax values followed a similar pattern (Group B: 328.84 nm; Group A: 286.83 nm; Group C: 77.93 nm). No significant differences were found between the two 3D-printed resins. Despite variations, all materials remained within clinically acceptable roughness limits, although none reached the threshold Ra of 0.2 µm.Conclusion: The present study demonstrated that conventional heat-polymerized acrylic resin exhibits significantly lower surface roughness compared to 3D-printed denture base and teeth resins. Among the 3D-printed materials, the one used for the teeth showed the highest roughness values, followed by the material for denture bases. These findings highlight the influence of manufacturing technique and material type on surface properties, which may impact microbial colonization and denture hygiene.