Scientists have created a better mousetrap when it comes to repelling mosquitoes. So housewives can now have a good night's sleep.
Up till now, the gold standard has been DEET. But U.S. Department of Agriculture researchers at the University of Florida say they've identified 23 different compounds that work as well as, or better than, DEET.
Scientists Create T -shirts, Socks With Built-in Mosquito Repellent
Had enough with new bug-killing solutions to avert that disgusting smell in T-shirts and socks? Well, now make sure to smell good by wearing clothes that have in-built mosquito repellent.
Had enough with new bug-killing solutions to avert that disgusting smell in T-shirts and socks? Well, now make sure to smell good by wearing clothes that have in-built mosquito repellent.
Boffins say the new compound could work wherever mosquitoes roam, they can fly as far as 30 miles over the open ocean, and they can smell people from 50 yards away.
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USDA Looks for Next-generation Insect Repellent: Study
American researchers have identified several new potential insect repellants that are three times more potent than DEET, the active ingredient in most tick and insect repellents, a
American researchers have identified several new potential insect repellants that are three times more potent than DEET, the active ingredient in most tick and insect repellents, a
Using Larvicide May Offer A Supplementary Means To Control Malaria
According to a study, killing mosquitoes in their water-borne larval stage of development can effectively control malaria in urban areas.
According to a study, killing mosquitoes in their water-borne larval stage of development can effectively control malaria in urban areas.
