Samuel S. C. Rund

Local trait responses and aquatic microclimates increase projected habitat suitability for field-collected Anopheles stephensi in southern Ethiopia

This paper compares local and global thermal performance data for Anopheles stephensi, showing local data predict higher habitat suitability in Ethiopian urban environments.

Early-evening biting by Anopheles stephensi in Southern Ethiopia: A Challenge for Bed Net Use as Vector Control in Africa

This study shows Anopheles stephensi bites mainly in the early evening, reducing the effectiveness of bed nets and suggesting the need for additional control measures.

MIReVTD, a Minimum Information Standard for Reporting Vector Trait Data

The paper introduces MIReVTD, a standard for reporting vector trait data to improve data reuse and analysis consistency in vector-borne disease research.

Prediction of mosquito vector abundance for three species in the Anopheles gambiae complex

The paper predicts daily equilibrium abundances of three Anopheles gambiae complex malaria vector species using meteorological and human factors data.

Biting time of day in malaria mosquitoes is modulated by nutritional status

This study shows that nutritional status affects the timing of host-seeking behavior in malaria mosquitoes, with less nutritious mosquitoes biting earlier in the night.

Minimum Information for Reusable Arthropod Abundance Data (MIReAAD)

The paper introduces MIReAAD, a framework for standardizing arthropod abundance data to improve reusability and comparability across studies.

Rescuing Troves of Data to Tackle Emerging Mosquito-Borne Diseases

The paper proposes a national system for cross-scale mosquito monitoring and control by integrating data from US mosquito control agencies to improve understanding of vector population dynamics and inform public health responses.