Can Scorpion Venom Peptides Be Safely Used in Cardiovascular Therapy: A Systematic Review

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  Can Scorpion Venom Peptides Be Safely Used in Cardiovascular Therapy: A Systematic Review Abstract Scorpion venom contains numerous bioactive peptides with potent cardiovascular effects, including bradykinin-potentiating peptides (BPPs), ion channel modulators, and cardioprotective molecules. These peptides show promise for conditions such as hypertension, cardiac injury, and arrhythmias. However, concerns regarding toxicity, immunogenicity, and off-target actions have limited their clinical development. This systematic review evaluates the therapeutic potential and safety of scorpion venom peptides for cardiovascular applications. A systematic search of PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, and Semantic Scholar identified 1,141 articles. Screening of 463 abstracts and full-text review of 446 eligible studies resulted in 17 publications meeting the inclusion criteria. Extracted data included mechanisms, efficacy, toxicity, and translational challenges. BPPs consistently demonstrated AC...

Taxonomic revision of the genus Ceropales Latreille, (Hymenoptera: Pompilidae, Ceropalinae) from Saudi Arabia, with the description of two new species

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Taxonomic revision of the genus Ceropales Latreille, (Hymenoptera: Pompilidae, Ceropalinae) from Saudi Arabia, with the description of two new species

ABSTRACT

The genus Ceropales Latreille, (Hymenoptera: Pompilidae, Ceropalinae) from Saudi Arabia is reviewed. Specimens were primarily collected from the south-western region of the country (Jazan Province). Five species are recognised, of them C. (Ceropales) pseudoaustralensis Gadallah & Malash, sp. n. and C. (Hemiceropales) subcribrata Malash & Gadallah, sp. n. are described and illustrated. An illustrated key and a list of all Ceropales species recorded in Saudi Arabia are also provided.

Malash, A. A., Abu El-Ghiet, U. M., & Gadallah, N. S. (2026). Taxonomic revision of the genus Ceropales Latreille, (Hymenoptera: Pompilidae, Ceropalinae) from Saudi Arabia, with the description of two new species. Journal of Natural History, 60(9–12), 509–539. https://doi.org/10.1080/00222933.2025.2608931