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A lysozyme-like protein in the salivary glands of adult Aedes aegypti : functional and biochemical characteristics

Creator:

Pimentel, Gliceria Estandian, 1958-

Abstract:

This study investigated some functional and biochemical characteristics of a bacteriolytic protein in the salivary glands of adult Aedes aecupti. A method for the isolation of this protein from other mosquito salivary gland components is also described. Based on some of its biochemical properties, this bacteriolytic protein can be classified...

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Dissertation

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Evaluation of behavioral response of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes to repellents using a novel olfactometer

Creator:

Doğan, Elif Barc̦in

Abstract:

Mosquito-borne pathogens are the cause of important, often deadly diseases worldwide; and, use of repellents is one of the components of mosquito control programs. The most effective mosquito repellent is N,N-dimethyl-m-toluamide, known as DEET. Speculation on the adverse effects of DEET have been on the rise since the 1980s, and...

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Dissertation

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approved: Philippe A. Rossignol Mosquito-borne pathogens are the cause of important, often deadly