Search Results - "Müller, Pie"
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3D video tracking analysis reveals that mosquitoes pass more likely through holes in permethrin-treated than in untreated nets
Published in Scientific reports (12-06-2024)“…In addition to killing, mosquito nets treated with permethrin have been claimed to repel mosquitoes, reducing their success in passing through a holed net. We…”
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In the arm-in-cage test, topical repellents activate mosquitoes to disengage upon contact instead of repelling them at distance
Published in Scientific reports (21-10-2024)“…Topical repellents provide protection against mosquito bites and their efficacy is often assessed using the arm-in-cage test. The arm-in-cage test estimates…”
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Evaluation of standard field and laboratory methods to compare protection times of the topical repellents PMD and DEET
Published in Scientific reports (22-08-2018)“…Mosquitoes are important vectors of pathogens, and travellers to disease endemic countries are advised to avoid bites by applying topical repellents. Topical…”
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Active dispersal of Aedes albopictus: a mark-release-recapture study using self-marking units
Published in Parasites & vectors (12-12-2019)“…Understanding the dispersal dynamics of invasive mosquito species is fundamental to improve vector surveillance and to target control efforts. Aedes albopictus…”
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Integrated Aedes management for the control of Aedes-borne diseases
Published in PLoS neglected tropical diseases (01-12-2018)“…Diseases caused by Aedes-borne viruses, such as dengue, Zika, chikungunya, and yellow fever, are emerging and reemerging globally. The causes are…”
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Pharmacokinetics of ivermectin metabolites and their activity against Anopheles stephensi mosquitoes
Published in Malaria journal (24-06-2023)“…Ivermectin (22,23-dihydroavermectin B : H B ) is an endectocide used to treat worm infections and ectoparasites including lice and scabies mites. Furthermore,…”
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Insecticide susceptibility of Anopheles mosquitoes changes in response to variations in the larval environment
Published in Scientific reports (16-06-2017)“…Insecticide resistance threatens the success achieved through vector control in reducing the burden of malaria. An understanding of insecticide resistance…”
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The pharmacokinetics and drug-drug interactions of ivermectin in Aedes aegypti mosquitoes
Published in PLoS pathogens (01-03-2021)“…Mosquitoes are vectors of major diseases such as dengue fever and malaria. Mass drug administration of endectocides to humans and livestock is a promising…”
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A review of selective indoor residual spraying for malaria control
Published in Malaria journal (23-08-2024)“…Indoor residual spraying (IRS) is one of the most effective malaria control tools. However, its application has become limited to specific contexts due to the…”
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Systematic review of indoor residual spray efficacy and effectiveness against Plasmodium falciparum in Africa
Published in Nature communications (26-11-2018)“…Indoor residual spraying (IRS) is an important part of malaria control. There is a growing list of insecticide classes; pyrethroids remain the principal…”
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Cytochrome P450 6M2 from the malaria vector Anopheles gambiae metabolizes pyrethroids: Sequential metabolism of deltamethrin revealed
Published in Insect biochemistry and molecular biology (01-07-2011)“…Resistance to pyrethroid insecticides in the malaria vector Anopheles gambiae is a major threat to malaria control programmes. Cytochome P450-mediated…”
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Surveillance of invasive Aedes mosquitoes along Swiss traffic axes reveals different dispersal modes for Aedes albopictus and Ae. japonicus
Published in PLoS neglected tropical diseases (01-09-2020)“…Over the past three decades, Europe has witnessed an increased spread of invasive aedine mosquito species, most notably Aedes albopictus, a key vector of…”
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Rapid multiplex gene expression assays for monitoring metabolic resistance in the major malaria vector Anopheles gambiae
Published in Parasites & vectors (06-01-2019)“…Metabolic resistance of the major malaria vector Anopheles gambiae (s.l.) to insecticides is operationally significant, particularly in combination with target…”
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How important is the angle of tilt in the WHO cone bioassay?
Published in Malaria journal (27-04-2016)“…The World Health Organization (WHO) cone bioassay plays an integral role in the evaluation of the efficacy of long-lasting insecticidal nets as well as…”
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Multi-insecticide resistant malaria vectors in the field remain susceptible to malathion, despite the presence of Ace1 point mutations
Published in PLoS genetics (10-02-2022)“…Insecticide resistance in Anopheles mosquitoes is seriously threatening the success of insecticide-based malaria vector control. Surveillance of insecticide…”
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Spread and establishment of Aedes albopictus in southern Switzerland between 2003 and 2014: an analysis of oviposition data and weather conditions
Published in Parasites & vectors (26-05-2016)“…The Asian tiger mosquito, Aedes albopictus, is a highly invasive mosquito species of public health importance. In the wake of its arrival in neighbouring Italy…”
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Radio-frequency exposure of the yellow fever mosquito (A. aegypti) from 2 to 240 GHz
Published in PLoS computational biology (01-10-2021)“…Fifth generation networks (5G) will be associated with a partial shift to higher carrier frequencies, including wavelengths comparable in size to insects. This…”
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Pyrethroid and Etofenprox Resistance in Anopheles gambiae and Anopheles coluzzii from Vegetable Farms in Yaoundé, Cameroon: Dynamics, Intensity and Molecular Basis
Published in Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (13-09-2021)“…Previous studies have indicated widespread insecticide resistance in malaria vector populations from Cameroon. However, the intensity of this resistance and…”
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Multiple introductions and overwintering shape the progressive invasion of Aedes albopictus beyond the Alps
Published in Ecology and evolution (01-07-2022)“…Aedes albopictus originates from Southeast Asia and is considered one of the most invasive species globally. This mosquito is a nuisance and a disease vector…”
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Field-caught permethrin-resistant Anopheles gambiae overexpress CYP6P3, a P450 that metabolises pyrethroids
Published in PLoS genetics (01-11-2008)“…Insects exposed to pesticides undergo strong natural selection and have developed various adaptive mechanisms to survive. Resistance to pyrethroid insecticides…”
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