Eaton fire-area pools could become breeding grounds for mosquitoes as heat rises, officials warn
As temperatures rise, experts are warning of a new problem brewing in and around the Eaton fire area. Thousands of ...
Earth.com14d
Mosquito repellents that actually work? Yes, thanks to AI
Researchers are using machine learning to develop next-generation mosquito repellents that could outmatch DEET and ...
Science Daily11d
Mosquito pain receptors are less sensitive during extreme heat
Hotter temperatures may render natural insect repellents less effective against mosquitoes, according to a new study.
ABC573d
Being aware of mosquito born illnesses during the traveling season
In June, the CDC issued a health advisory, urging travelers to be aware of Dengue Fever, which has become more prevalent in recent years.
Popular Mechanics24d
Mosquitos Are a Plague on Humanity. Their Secret Weapon Could Also Save Lives.
Mosquito antennae are complex structures that transduce sound into electrical signals, which are then zapped to the brain. Different mosquito species have antennae structured to pick up different ...
Phys.org19d
A machine learning approach to enhance mosquito repellent effectiveness
Get Instant Summarized Text (Gist) Machine learning and cheminformatics have been used to identify novel mosquito repellents, potentially enhancing global mosquito control. Over 10 million ...
Des Moines bites into mosquito control program, reduces spraying and cuts testing
Big changes are coming to the city of Des Moines' mosquito control program to help address a $17 million deficit in the ...
Orlando Sentinel17d
Turf war between lizards in Florida impacts mosquitoes — and maybe your health
MIAMI — Mosquitoes might be the bane of a summer barbecue in Kendall or a stroll on Miami Beach, but researchers in Florida are now also looking at the insects’ more obscure targets — and ...