This review covers literature data summarizing, on one hand, the chemistry of essential oils
and, on the other hand, their most important activities. Essential oils, which are complex …

One of the most important global problems is protecting crops from insects. For the control of
insects, synthetic chemicals are continuously used, and their toxicity endangers health of …

Since the middle ages, essential oils have been widely used for bactericidal, virucidal,
fungicidal, antiparasitical, insecticidal, medicinal and cosmetic applications, especially …

The fumigant and repellent effects of Ocimum gratissimum L. oil and its constituents, β-(Z)-
ocimene and eugenol, were evaluated against adults of Sitophilus oryzae (L.), Tribolium …

For most, the mere mention of lice forces an immediate hand to the head and recollection of
childhood experiences with nits, medicated shampoos, and traumatic haircuts. But for a …

Simple Summary The western honeybee (Apis mellifera L.) is one of the most valuable
insect species. However, several biological stressors pose a threat to this pollinating insect …

Head lice infestation is associated with limited morbidity but causes a high level of anxiety
among parents of school-aged children. Since the 2002 clinical report on head lice was …

Many insects affect food production and human health, and in an attempt to control these
insects the use of synthetic insecticides has become widespread. However, this has resulted …

Head lice infestation is associated with limited morbidity but causes a high level of anxiety
among parents of school-aged children. Since the 2010 clinical report on head lice was …

Pest insects can damage agricultural crops, consume and/or damage harvested food, or
transmit diseases to humans and animals. The past 30 years has witnessed a dramatic …