Low toxicity and high efficacy in use of novel approaches to control Aedes aegypti |
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Authors: | Vanessa Santana Vieira Santos |
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Affiliation: | 1. Department of Environmental Health, Laboratory of Environmental Health, Federal University of Uberlandia, Santa M?nica Campus , Uberlandia, Minas Gerais, Brazil;2. Department of Biotechnology, Federal University of Uberlandia, Institute of Biotechnology, Umuarama Campus , Uberlandia, Minas Gerais, Brazil https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7855-8846 |
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Abstract: | ABSTRACT Arthropod-borne viruses are a group of etiologic agents accounting for different incapacitating diseases that progress to severe and lethal forms in animal and human targets consequently representing a significant burden on public health and global economies. Although attempts were undertaken to combat Aedes aegypti, the primary urban mosquito vector of several life-threatening diseases, the misuse of chemical pesticides, development of resistance, and toxicity on non-target species still need to be overcome. In this context, it is imperative for development of long-lasting, novel approaches envisioning effective control of Aedes aegypti, mainly in endemic regions. Thus, the present review was undertaken to describe safe and eco-friendly approaches as potential weapons against Aedes aegypti. Accordingly, the findings discussed indicated that biological larvicides and genetic engineering technologies constitute noteworthy alternatives of future mosquito-borne arbovirus disease control efforts. |
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Keywords: | Aedes aegypti toxicity biopesticide genetic engineering |
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