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An Unexpected State Known For Its Gorgeous Lakes Has The Fewest Mosquitoes In The US
Enjoy a peaceful, lake-filled summer vacation without swatting away annoying insects in the state with the least amount of mosquitoes in the country.
Combined use of insect repellent and sunscreen may reduce UV protection
A new study conducted by CNRS researchers on the combined use of sunscreen and an insect repellent that is among the best ...
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Rising temperatures could make insect repellents less effective
New research reveals that rising temperatures may reduce the effectiveness of natural mosquito repellents like citronellal ...
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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 ...
A machine learning approach to enhance mosquito repellent effectiveness
In a recent study, researcher Anandasankar Ray at the University of California, Riverside, and his team employed machine ...
Mosquito pain receptors found to be less sensitive during extreme heat, which could nullify some natural bug sprays
Hotter temperatures may render natural insect repellents less effective against mosquitoes, according to a new study.
Japanese encephalitis has claimed a second life in NSW and been detected in Brisbane. What is it?
Japanese encephalitis spreads via mosquitoes. It has been detected in Brisbane’s eastern suburbs and claimed two lives in NSW ...
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Natural Insect Repellents Weaken in Hot Weather
A new study suggests that increasing temperatures could diminish the effectiveness of natural insect repellents. Researchers found that when exposed to heat, a mosquito pain receptor known as TRPA1 ...
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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.