Meeting Abstract 62-2 Friday, Jan. 5 13:45 – 14:00 Parasitism by trematodes negatively impacts byssal thread production and attachment strength of mussels WILLIAMS, JD; Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY biojdw@hofstra.edu Mussels are ecologically and commercially important members of coastal systems. Along the east coast of the United States, the blue mussel Mytilus edulis is commonly infected (typically 30-60% […]
sessions: Session 62
LoseLose Scenario High Average and Fluctuating Temperatures Result in Parasitoid Death, but Fail to Save their Insect Hosts
Meeting Abstract 62-3 Friday, Jan. 5 14:00 – 14:15 Lose/Lose Scenario: High Average and Fluctuating Temperatures Result in Parasitoid Death, but Fail to Save their Insect Hosts MOORE, ME*; HILL, CA; KESTER, KM; KINGSOLVER, JG; Univ. of North Carolina, Chapel Hill; Univ. of North Carolina, Chapel Hill; Virginia Commonwealth Univ., Roanoke; Univ. of North Carolina, Chapel Hill […]
High costs of infection Alphavirus infection reduces digestive function and bone and feather growth in nestling house sparrows (Passer domesticus)
Meeting Abstract 62-1 Friday, Jan. 5 13:30 – 13:45 High costs of infection: Alphavirus infection reduces digestive function and bone and feather growth in nestling house sparrows (Passer domesticus) FASSBINDER-ORTH, C. A.*; KILLPACK, T. L.; GOTO, D. S.; RAINWATER, E. L.; SHEARN-BOCHSLER, V. ; Creighton University; Salem State University; Creighton University; Creighton University; USGS National Wildlife Health […]
Cooler thermal regimes and higher lymphocyte numbers are associated with lower levels of pathogen (Mycoplasma agassizii) in Mojave desert tortoise populations
Meeting Abstract 62-4 Friday, Jan. 5 14:15 – 14:30 Cooler thermal regimes and higher lymphocyte numbers are associated with lower levels of pathogen (Mycoplasma agassizii) in Mojave desert tortoise populations SANDMEIER, FC*; WEITZMAN, CL; TRACY, CR; Colorado State University-Pueblo; University of Nevada, Reno; University of Nevada, Reno franziska.sandmeier@csupueblo.edu We surveyed 22 populations of Mojave desert tortoises (Gopherus […]
A Tale of Two “Pathogens” Disease Not Predicted by Infection or Co-infection
Meeting Abstract 62-7 Friday, Jan. 5 14:45 – 15:00 A Tale of Two “Pathogens”: Disease Not Predicted by Infection or Co-infection WEITZMAN, CL*; SANDMEIER, FC; SNYDER, SJ; TRACY, CR; University of Nevada, Reno; Colorado State University — Pueblo; Bard College at Simon’s Rock; University of Nevada, Reno weitzman.chava@gmail.com An upper respiratory tract disease has been implicated in […]
iVAMP An Initiative for Studying the Venom-Associated Microbiome and Its Biological Significance
Meeting Abstract 62-7 Saturday, Jan. 5 15:00 – 15:15 iVAMP: An Initiative for Studying the Venom-Associated Microbiome and Its Biological Significance COLSTON, TJ*; UL-HASAN, S; Florida State University; University of California, Merced tim@maddreptiles.com http://maddreptiles.com Approximately 15% of Earth’s animal biodiversity produce toxins delivered through a mechanical feature for prey capture and/or defense. Collectively referred to as venoms, […]
Why do We Feel Sick When Infected
Meeting Abstract 62-4 Saturday, Jan. 5 14:15 – 14:30 Why do We Feel Sick When Infected? LOPES, PC; Chapman Univ. lopes@chapman.edu http://www.patriciaclopes.com Sick animals frequently change their behaviors, exhibiting an array of symptoms collectively called sickness behaviors. These symptoms include increased pain sensitivity, decreased interest in social interactions, decreased food and water intake, and decreased activity. Sickness […]
The effects of the mircobiota and host genetic background in defense against pathogens
Meeting Abstract 62-5 Saturday, Jan. 5 14:30 – 14:45 The effects of the mircobiota and host genetic background in defense against pathogens KIRSCHMAN, L J*; MILLIGAN-MYHRE, K C; University of Alaska Anchorage; University of Alaska Anchorage ljkirschman@alaska.edu The vertebrate gut microbiota plays key defensive roles by stimulating host immunity and by direct interactions with pathogens. For examples, […]
I’ll have a side salad with that Bonnethead sharks, Sphyrna tiburo, host cellulose-degrading bacteria within their digestive tracts
Meeting Abstract 62-6 Saturday, Jan. 5 14:45 – 15:00 I’ll have a side salad with that: Bonnethead sharks, Sphyrna tiburo, host cellulose-degrading bacteria within their digestive tracts LANGFORD, ML*; CAIN, S; HOWARD, JA; FRANKS, BR; Florida Southern College; Florida Southern College; Florida Southern College; Jacksonville University mlangford@flsouthern.edu The bonnethead shark, Sphyrna tiburo, is a commonly found elasmobranch […]
Neonicotinoid exposure alters microbial composition and host gene expression in the gut of the bumblebee, Bombus impatiens
Meeting Abstract 62-2 Saturday, Jan. 5 13:45 – 14:00 Neonicotinoid exposure alters microbial composition and host gene expression in the gut of the bumblebee, Bombus impatiens ANGELINI, DR*; MOORE, JA; SIMMONS, WR; AVERILL, AL; Colby College; Colby College; Colby College; University of Massachusetts, Amherst david.r.angelini@gmail.com http://www.bugsinourbackyard.org/ Bumblebees are common and charismatic pollinators that play a critical role […]
