Aedes Aegypti
Ecology, Population Control, and Vector-borne Disease Prevention
- 1st Edition - July 14, 2025
- Latest edition
- Editors: B. Vaseeharan, M. Govindarajan
- Language: English
Aedes aegypti: Ecology, Population Control, and Vector-borne Disease Prevention offers a comprehensive exploration of the Aedes aegypti mosquito, a notorious vector responsib… Read more
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Description
Description
Aedes aegypti: Ecology, Population Control, and Vector-borne Disease Prevention offers a comprehensive exploration of the Aedes aegypti mosquito, a notorious vector responsible for transmitting diseases such as dengue, Zika, and yellow fever. From its biology and ecological behavior to its microbiota and role in global health crises, the book delves deeply into the intricacies of this species. It stands as a valuable resource for researchers, public health officials, and anyone interested in understanding the challenges posed by this resilient mosquito and the innovative measures employed to mitigate its impact on human health.
In addition to extensively discussing the mosquito’s role as a vector, the book emphasizes cutting-edge population control strategies, including genetic modifications, microbial interventions, and community-based efforts. It also addresses the global scale of vector-borne diseases, providing actionable insights into prevention methods, surveillance systems, and the urgent need for interdisciplinary collaboration.
Key features
Key features
- Covers the aedes aegypti mosquito, including its lifecycle, biology, and competence as a vector for diseases such as Zika virus and Dengue fever
- Outlines strategies for population control to prevent vector-borne illnesses, along with potential challenges in control methods
- Offers the latest, state-of-the-art information to entomologists, ecologists, and biologists working at research facilities and government agencies
Readership
Readership
Table of contents
Table of contents
1. Epidemiological impact of Aedes aegypti
2. Behavior and Ecology of Aedes mosquitos
3. Microbiota and vector competence of Aedes mosquitos
II. Aedes aegypti: Mechanisms of Action in Vector-borne diseases
4. Dengue Virus and Aedes aegypti
5. Yellow Fever Virus and Aedes aegypti
6. Chikungunya, Zika virus and Aedes aegypti
III. Control Measures of Aedes aegypti
7. Chemical interventions and approaches and non-chemical larviciding: species of larvivorous fish used
8. Habitat Management: Existing endemicity
9. Microbial Secondary Metabolites in the Control of Aedes aegypti
IV. Advanced Control Strategies
10. Nano drug delivery approaches in the control of Aedes aegypti
11. Electrochemical biosensing for mosquito control
12. Machine learning techniques in the control of Aedes aegypti
V. Challenges in mosquito control
13. Development of Insecticide-resistant mosquitos and impact of environmental changes on ecological traits of mosquitos
14. Lack of insights into mosquito dispersal and mating behavior
15. Future Directions of Research and Surveillance for the Control of Aedes aegypti
Product details
Product details
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: July 28, 2025
- Language: English
About the editors
About the editors
BV
B. Vaseeharan
MG