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Muhammad Asif Aziz

Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University Pakistan

Dr. M. Asif Aziz is an Associate Professor in Entomology, Charge Bee Research Unit, Additional Director Pak Korea Capacity Building Centre, and Ex Member of the Apiculture Committee of the Ministry of Climate Change, Pakistan. He has more than 15 years experience of in teaching and research at the Higher Education Institution level (HEI). He has successfully executed the project, “Billion Tree Honey (Pilot Phase)” and some other national projects of pronounced importance. He is an expert in beekeeping and has experience in honey bee management for the production of quality honey and royal jelly. Dr. Asif has conducted several beekeeping training workshops in universities and other institutes. He has also delivered lectures on the Scaling up of Apiculture for improving rural livelihood at various international and national fora. He is the author of more than 45 peer- reviewed national and internal journal articles. He holds a Ph.D., Master, and Bachelors's degrees in Entomology from the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad-Pakistan. His focus of research is mite management, honey bee health and royal jelly production

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Melittology - New Advances beckons curious minds to immerse themselves in the latest revelations within the realm of bee research. The journey starts with the exploration of the antimicrobial properties of natural honey, where the chemical composition, antibacterial activities, antifungal effects, and antiviral properties of honey are meticulously unraveled. It invites readers to transcend the scientific realm and delve into a narrative woven with historical, sacred, and holistic dimensions of honey that explores how honey evolves beyond its scientific attributes, transforming into a cultural and spiritual entity. Readers are then transported to the unique world of honey derived from Butia yatay palm savannas to learn about the distinctive characteristics of honey from this botanical and geographic origin. Moreover, the book sheds light on vital aspects of meliponiculture, emphasizing the imperative need for conservation efforts and explores the diversity, distribution, nesting, and foraging behavior of stingless bees, offering insights crucial for their preservation. It also provides an in-depth examination of symptoms, diagnosis, and management of various afflictions, underscoring the ongoing need for research, monitoring, and education for the preservation of honeybee populations. The book also delves into strategies to manage different microbial diseases, along with pests of honeybees, and illuminates the potential and prospects of biological control, offering sustainable solutions to combat challenges. It also uncovers the therapeutic potential of propolis in the dental realm, outlining its multifaceted applications in various dental contexts. Finally, the book explores diverse aspects, including the sociocultural importance of indigenous bees, historical uses of propolis, and the chemical composition of geopropolis, and provides deep insight into ancient wisdom as well as the modern medicinal applications of bee products. Melittology - New Advances invites readers to embark on an enlightening journey, fostering a profound appreciation for the integral role bees play in our world.

Melittology - New Advances

Melittology - New Advances

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Diseases of Honeybee (Apis mellifera)

By Muhammad Asif Aziz and Shah Alam

Honeybees, important pollinators crucial for ecosystem health, are susceptible to a range of bacterial, fungal, and viral diseases that pose significant threats to their colonies. Bacterial diseases include American Foulbrood (AFB) caused by Paenibacillus larvae and European Foulbrood (EFB) caused by Melissococcus plutonius. AFB results in the death of honeybee larvae and the production of spores that contaminate the hive, while EFB primarily affects young larvae. Fungal diseases like chalkbrood are caused by Ascosphaera apis, Chalkbrood transforms larvae into chalk-like mummies Nosemosis is caused by two pathogenic spores Nosema apis, and Nosema ceranae, which infects the midgut of adult honeybees and viral diseases such as Deformed Wing Virus (DWV), Israeli Acute Paralysis Virus (IAPV), and Chronic Bee Paralysis Virus (CBPV) further weaken honeybee colonies, DWV and IAPV lead to deformed wings and premature death, and CBPV causes shivering hair loss, and paralysis. To manage these diseases, beekeepers employ various strategies including Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques, genetic selection for resistance, antibiotic treatments, and maintaining healthy hive conditions. Continued research, monitoring, and education are crucial for effective disease prevention and control, as well as the preservation of honeybee populations and the essential ecosystem services they provide.

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