A dose of insecticide killed 97.91% of mosquitoes that spread dengue; a tiny fraction that survived has researchers in Delhi worried

A dose of insecticide killed 97.91% of mosquitoes that spread dengue; a tiny fraction that survived has researchers in Delhi worried

A recent study from the University of Delhi reveals that mosquitoes, particularly Aedes aegypti, may be becoming less susceptible to the widely-used insecticide alpha-cypermethrin. Laboratory results indicate a small reduction in the insecticide's effectiveness, and researchers discovered specific enzymes aiding in its breakdown. These findings underscore the necessity for diverse mosquito management techniques to ensure continued success in pes…