Strategic use of chemical ecology for vector-borne disease control

Willem Takken; Bart G.J. Knols

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Pages:: 13–16

DOI:: https://doi.org/10.3920/9789086866984_003

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In the epidemiology and control of vector-borne diseases an accurate estimate of parasite and pathogen transmission is required. This can be achieved by monitoring the vector population using traps provided with attractive cues. Volatile chemicals are the principle cues with which the disease vectors locate their vertebrate hosts. Natural and synthetic blends of such chemicals can be used to manipulate the vectors, so that transmission risk can be determined and, in some cases, the vector population can be killed. Novel scientific developments, including molecular genetics, analytic chemistry and odour-release technologies provide opportunities for the effective use of chemical ecology in vector-borne disease control.

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Olfaction in vector-host interactions

Series: Ecology and Control of Vector-borne Diseases, Volume: 2

E-Book ISBN:: 9789086866984

Publisher:: Wageningen Academic

Print Publication Date:: 24 Oct 2010

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