Volcanic Glass Spray Shows Promise in Controlling Mosquitoes
The need for alternative safe chemistry to use in controlling mosquitoes is important as they become increasingly resistant to commonly used insecticides
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Breakthrough in Malaria Research
In a recent genome-wide gene deletion study on malaria parasites, researchers were able to identify many new targets in the pathogen
Sounds of Mosquito Mating Rituals Could Lead to Quieter Drones
Research could also lead to nontoxic method using sound to diminish mosquito breeding
DEET Gives Humans an 'Invisibility Cloak' to Fend off Mosquito Bites
DEET may chemically 'cloak' humans from malaria-carrying mosquitoes, rather than repelling the insects
The Risk of Death from Yellow Fever Can Be Detected Sooner
A FAPESP-funded study with results published in The Lancet Infectious Diseases has identified markers capable of predicting mortality in patients with symptoms of yellow fever, potentially helping to prevent the development of severe conditions
Mosquito 'Spit Glands' Hold Key to Curbing Malaria, Study Shows
Research reveals details of salivary gland 'bottleneck' that holds back malaria-causing parasites
Researcher Discovers How Mosquitoes Integrate Vision and Smell to Track Victims
Scientists have found that mosquitoes are changing their hunting routines in response to host cues
Climate Warming Could Increase Malaria Risk in Cooler Regions
Malaria parasites develop faster in mosquitoes at lower temperatures than previously thought
Early-Season Hurricanes Result In Greater Transmission of Mosquito-Borne Infectious Disease
A mathematical model is being used to study the impact of heavy rainfall events on the transmission of vector-borne infectious diseases in temperate areas of the world
How Mosquitoes Smell Human Sweat—And New Ways to Stop Them
Researchers have discovered how mosquitoes pick up on acidic volatiles found in human sweat