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Global distribution and contexts of interactions between humans and non‐human primates: A systematic review

People and Nature, EarlyView.
Abstract Understanding the frequency and socio‐ecological drivers of contacts between humans and non‐human primates (NHPs) is crucial for enhancing coexistence that favours NHP conservation, while limiting negative consequences such as aggressions and cross‐species disease transmission.
Cristina Caparrós‐Vallcorba, Filipe Vieira Santos de Abreu, Claudio Azat, Julio A. Benavides   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Democratic Republic of Congo

IMF Staff Country Reports
This paper presents Congo’s Requests for an Arrangement under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and an Arrangement under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF). The ECF-supported program aims to preserve macroeconomic stability, improve the business climate, enhance governance and transparency, and foster inclusive growth.
openaire   +2 more sources

Kidney biopsies in Kinshasa: Epidemiology and histopathology

Orapuh Journal
Introduction Renal biopsy (Renal Puncture Biopsy, RPB) is essential for the diagnosis and prognosis of kidney disease. However, it is rarely performed in African countries, particularly in French-speaking regions, despite its importance for assessing
Rive LUKUAKU Buanza, Fabrice BUMWANA Ali, Mignon Dreude PANDI Kouandzi, Nathan KALONJI Ngoyi, Josué KAPATA Mukatshing, Augustin KOBONGO Ngwabaña, Welcome KWEREKWA Ngabo, David AZAKO Tasema, Fabrice BOKABAMDJA Lolangwa, Thierry MAKETO Niombo, Olivier TSHINGOMBE Mutombo, Marie-Paul MBOMBO Mbelu, Trésor BONGE Mbayi, Aaron Vila   +13 more
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Tracing holotype trajectories: Mapping the movement of the most valuable herbarium specimens

PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.
Global efforts to protect biodiversity depend on fair access to key plant specimens. This study examines the distribution of 119,361 holotypes—unique herbarium specimens used to formally describe new plant species. By linking collection and storage data, we found that holotypes are increasingly held closer to their places of origin, particularly in ...
Dominik Tomaszewski, Łukasz Walas, Marzenna Guzicka   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Localization of abdominal pain in uncomplicated appendicitis: Diagnostic value of McBurney and Lanz points in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Orapuh Journal
Introduction Acute appendicitis is the leading cause of abdominal surgical emergencies, occurring most frequently among adolescents and young adults.
Thomas K. Kabanga, Blaise M. Kapinga, Deogratias B. Kazadi, Herve K. Kabanga, Alice T. Kabanga, Tarcisse KILARA KAPENE, Jeamarie M. Kabongo   +6 more
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Prospective of indigenous African wild food plants in alleviation of the severe iron deficiency anaemia in Sub‐Saharan Africa

PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.
Iron deficiency anaemia remains a major public health challenge in Sub‐Saharan Africa, where population growth, displacement and limited resources heighten nutritional insecurity. We compiled a list of indigenous African underutilized wild food plants and examined their potential for addressing micronutrient deficiencies.
Eltayb Abdellatef, Yohannes Gedamu Gebre, Petra Bauer   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Evaluation of mineral content of plants used in the management of sickle cell disease

Orapuh Journal
Introduction Sickle cell disease is a hereditary condition primarily identified in tropical areas. It is marked by significant anemia, vaso-occlusive seizures, and a heightened vulnerability to both viral and bacterial infections.
Jules M. Kitadi, Clément Liyongo Inkoto, Joseph Kwilu, Emmanuel M. Lengbiye, Damien S. T. Tshibangu, Dorothée D. Tshilanda, Jean-Paul Koto-Te-Nyiwa Ngbolua, Blaise M. Mbala, Brigitte Schmitz, Pius Tshimankinda Mpiana   +9 more
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Potential distribution and susceptibility of Coffea arabica L. to climate change impacts

PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.
Ecological niche models (ENMs) are vital for understanding the impact of historical factors on ecosystems and predicting future climate change scenarios. These models help assess how environmental shifts affect agricultural species like coffee, which supports millions of people globally.
Yuliana Grisel García‐Martínez, Andrés Lira‐Noriega   +1 more
wiley   +1 more source

Building capacity in vector‐borne plant virus research: The CONNECTED Network

PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.
Plant viruses spread by insects decimate crop yields globally, causing food security challenges in vulnerable areas, including regions of Africa. Interdisciplinary research is needed to protect future crop supplies. CONNECTED, the Community Network for African Vector‐Borne Plant Viruses, increased research capacity in Central, East, West and Southern ...
Nina F. Ockendon‐Powell, Diane L. Hird, Alice Beck, Heather Child, Helen Thomas‐Hughes, Neil Boonham, Gary D. Foster, Bruce Cronin, Andy M. Bailey   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Undiversity, inequity, and exclusion in supply chains: The unintended fallout of economic sanctions and consumer boycotts

Production and Operations Management, EarlyView., 2023
Abstract Economic sanctions and consumer boycotts are common tools to punish organizations for undesirable behavior and attempt to coerce them to change their actions. However, these tools occasionally spill over beyond the intended recipients and affect guiltless supply chain members, jeopardizing the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in ...
Timofey Shalpegin, Ajay Kumar, Tyson R. Browning   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source