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A longitudinal study on Anopheles mosquito larval abundance in distinct geographical and environmental settings in western Kenya
(2011-04-10)
As the ecology of mosquito larvae can be complex there is need to develop a rational framework for undertaking larval ecological studies. Local environmental characteristics, such as altitude, climate and land use, can ...
Improvement of a synthetic lure for Anopheles gambiae using compounds produced by human skin microbiota
(2011-02-08)
Abstract
Background
Anopheles gambiae sensu stricto is considered to be highly anthropophilic and volatiles of human origin provide essential cues during its host-seeking behaviour. A synthetic blend of three human-derived ...
Development of environmental tools for Anopheline larval control
(2011-07-06)
Abstract
Background
Malaria mosquitoes spend a considerable part of their life in the aquatic stage, rendering them vulnerable to interventions directed to aquatic habitats. Recent successes of mosquito larval ...