Control of mosquito vectors of malaria may be enhanced by a new method of biocontrol
Saturday, November 28, 2009 - 00:21
in Biology & Nature
Biopesticides containing a fungus that is pathogenic to mosquitoes may be an effective means of reducing malaria transmission, particularly if used in combination with insecticide-treated bednets, according to a modeling study. Results of the study show that incorporating this novel vector control technique into existing vector management programs may substantially reduce malaria transmission rates and help manage insecticide resistance.