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Are you ready for the #BiogentsProtectsTheTour video? So proud that our anti-mosquito solutions protected the riders, the cities, the fan park and the partners against the mosquito invasion during this #TDF24. Up to next year. Enjoy!

Repelling Aedes aegypti mosquitoes with electric fields using insulated conductor wires A promising new tool for mosquito control: the use of electrical fields, whereby mosquitoes are repelled by charged particles in their flight path. Read the whole study here: 👇 https://hubs.li/Q02Q6-r60 #Aedes #Aedesaegypti #Aedesmosquitoes #mosquitoes #mosquitocontrol #mosquitotool #antimosquito

🦟 Innovative Mosquito Control Research Using the Biogents BG-Counter! 🦟   An exciting study explores how electric fields (EFs) generated by insulated conductor wires (ICWs) can repel host-seeking Aedes aegypti mosquitoes—a potential breakthrough in reducing human-mosquito contact and the spread of mosquito-borne diseases.   🔬 The study found that EFs can repel over 50% of host-seeking female Aedes aegypti, with promising implications for mosquito control strategies, especially in low- and middle-income countries. The technology’s affordability and accessibility make it a valuable addition to the housing improvement toolkit.   📊 Real-time data acquisition for this study was made possible by our Biogents BG-Counter, enabling precise and efficient mosquito monitoring. We’re thrilled to see our technology supporting such crucial research in the fight against mosquito-borne diseases!   Read the whole article here: https://lnkd.in/guQSx2En   #MosquitoControl #VectorControl #PublicHealth #Innovation

Ecological and clinical evidence of the establishment of West Nile virus in a large urban area in Europe, Berlin, Germany, 2021 to 2022 The authors conclude: 🚨(...) "There is therefore a need for heightened awareness among physicians and veterinarians combined with complementary active surveillance concepts including surveillance in sentinel animals (such as mosquitoes, birds and equines). Also, epidemiological investigation of autochthonous WNV cases should be accompanied by surveillance of mosquito populations and vector control measures in potential hotspot areas." 💡The mosquitoes were collected with our BG-Pro mosquito traps using BG-Lure and CO2 as mosquito attractants Full text: 👉https://hubs.li/Q02YSXm30 #WNV #WestNileVirus #Culex #mosquitosurveillance #BGPro #mosquitotrap #Berlin #WNVcases #WestNileCases #vectorcontrol #mosquitopopulations #epidemiologicalinvestigation #mosquitoes #autochthonousWNV #vectorcontrolmeasures

As this example from last year in April showed, the coming mosquito season is not far away this year. It can be assumed that the first mosquitoes will be caught in Europe in the coming weeks. When is the best time to set your traps? As early in the year as possible before mosquitoes breed and lay their eggs. When the average temperature exceeds 15°C, as mosquitoes are very active above this temperature. Protect yourselves and set the traps soon! #mosquitotraps #mosquitoes #mosquitobreeding #mosquitoseason #mosquitotrapping

Local environmental factors drive distributions of ecologically-contrasting mosquito species: 💡 "Mosquitoes are important vectors of disease pathogens and multiple species are undergoing geographical shifts due to global changes. As such, there is a growing need for accurate distribution predictions. 💡 Ecological niche modelling (ENM) is an effective tool to assess mosquito distribution patterns and link these to underlying environmental preferences. 💡 Typically, macroclimatic variables are used as primary predictors of mosquito distributions. However, they likely undervalue local conditions and intraspecific variation in environmental preferences. This is problematic, as mosquito control takes place at the local scale. 💡 Utilising high-resolution (10 × 10 m) Maxent ENMs on the island of Bonaire as model system, we explore the influence of local environmental variables on mosquito distributions." Read the whole study here: 👉 https://hubs.li/Q02PJlMw0 #mosquitospecies #mosquitoes #vectors #diseasevectors #pathogens #mosquitopopulation #macroclimaticvariables #mosquitocontrol #aedes #culex

🦟 Mosquitoes in February? This finding highlights the ongoing extension of the mosquito season — a challenge we must address as climate conditions shift. 🌍🔬 Seeing Biogents traps in action year-round reinforces the importance of continuous monitoring and control efforts to stay ahead of mosquito-borne disease risks. #MosquitoSurveillance #VectorControl #ClimateImpact #Biogents

🌍 Mosquito-Borne Diseases: Increasing Risks in Europe A new report highlights the growing risk of mosquito-borne diseases (MBDs) in Europe due to factors like: 🌡️ Climate change and urbanization 🚛 Global trade and travel 🦟 Expansion of invasive species like Aedes albopictus and Aedes aegypti. 📋 Key findings and recommendations: 👉 Entomological endpoints (mosquito activity) were used as proxies for disease risk due to limited epidemiological data. 👉 Mosquito control measures (e.g., larviciding, emergency chemical interventions) are critical but lack robust evidence for efficacy in Europe. 👉 Improved monitoring, standardization of data collection, and technical guidance are urgently needed to enhance research and intervention outcomes. 👉 Addressing gaps in environmental impact assessments and insecticide resistance is essential for sustainable control strategies. 🔬 With no vaccines or drugs available for many MBDs, mosquito control remains the primary tool for reducing transmission. Systematic research and collaboration are vital to protect public health. 🔗 Learn more about these findings: https://hubs.li/Q0304BWS0 #PublicHealth #VectorControl #MosquitoSurveillance #ClimateChange #GlobalHealth #Entomology

Innovative Physical and Mechanical Methods for Mosquito Control: 💡 This study explores the rise of physical and mechanical control methods and their potential as alternatives to traditional approaches; 💡comprehensively reviews the development of these methods, 💡from traditional mosquito traps and physical barriers to innovative technologies such as drone-assisted surveillance and ultrasonic mosquito repellents; 💡also includes case studies that demonstrate the real-world application and implementation challenges of these methods in urban and rural areas. 👉 https://hubs.li/Q036lRSz0 #mosquitocontrol #mosquitorepellents #mosquitomonitoring #antimosquito #mosquitoprotection #publichealth

New Research Confirms: Black Oviposition Traps with Organic-Rich Water Are the Most Effective for Aedes albopictus! A recent study confirms what has been standard practice at Biogents for years: when it comes to trapping Aedes albopictus searching for a place to lay eggs, black oviposition traps with water containing organic material are the most attractive. Researchers found that black traps collected the highest number of eggs, followed closely by red, while rainwater (rich in organic content) was the most preferred water source. This aligns perfectly with our BG-GAT trap, designed to leverage these exact principles for efficient, insecticide-free mosquito population reduction. As cities and health departments look for smarter mosquito management strategies, scientifically backed solutions like the BG-GAT continue to be the best choice. 🔬 Want to learn more? Let’s talk about how Biogents’ traps can help in your region and send us a message! More information about this study: https://hubs.li/Q036l-jC0 #Biogents #MosquitoControl #PublicHealth #AedesAlbopictus #VectorControl #ScienceBacked