[HTML][HTML] Biogenic nanoparticles: a comprehensive perspective in synthesis, characterization, application and its challenges

S Patil, R Chandrasekaran - Journal of Genetic Engineering and …, 2020 - Elsevier
Background Translating the conventional scientific concepts into a new robust invention is a
much needed one at a present scenario to develop some novel materials with intriguing …

Ethnomedicinal, phytochemical and pharmacological updates on Peppermint (Mentha × piperita L.)—A review

G Mahendran, LU Rahman - Phytotherapy Research, 2020 - Wiley Online Library
Abstract Peppermint (Mentha× piperita L) is a perennial, glabrous and strongly scented herb
belongs to the family Lamiaceae. It is cultivated in a temperate region of Europe, Asia …

Biological control of mosquito vectors: past, present, and future

G Benelli, CL Jeffries, T Walker - Insects, 2016 - mdpi.com
Mosquitoes represent the major arthropod vectors of human disease worldwide transmitting
malaria, lymphatic filariasis, and arboviruses such as dengue virus and Zika virus …

Research in mosquito control: current challenges for a brighter future

G Benelli - Parasitology research, 2015 - Springer
Abstract Mosquitoes (Diptera: Culicidae) are a key threat for millions of people worldwide,
since they act as vectors for devastating pathogens and parasites. In this scenario, vector …

Plant-mediated biosynthesis of nanoparticles as an emerging tool against mosquitoes of medical and veterinary importance: a review

G Benelli - Parasitology research, 2016 - Springer
Abstract Mosquitoes (Diptera: Culicidae) are a key threat for millions of people worldwide,
since they act as vectors for devastating parasites and pathogens. Mosquito young instars …

Plant extracts for developing mosquito larvicides: From laboratory to the field, with insights on the modes of action

R Pavela, F Maggi, R Iannarelli, G Benelli - Acta tropica, 2019 - Elsevier
In the last decades, major research efforts have been done to investigate the insecticidal
activity of plant-based products against mosquitoes. This is a modern and timely challenge …

Biological effects of essential oils–a review

F Bakkali, S Averbeck, D Averbeck… - Food and chemical …, 2008 - Elsevier
Since the middle ages, essential oils have been widely used for bactericidal, virucidal,
fungicidal, antiparasitical, insecticidal, medicinal and cosmetic applications, especially …

Declining malaria, rising of dengue and Zika virus: insights for mosquito vector control

G Benelli, H Mehlhorn - Parasitology research, 2016 - Springer
The fight against mosquito-borne diseases is a challenge of huge public health importance.
To our mind, 2015 was an extraordinary year for malaria control, due to three hot news: the …

Plant-borne ovicides in the fight against mosquito vectors of medical and veterinary importance: a systematic review

G Benelli - Parasitology research, 2015 - Springer
Abstract Mosquitoes (Diptera: Culicidae) are a huge threat for millions of people worldwide,
since they act as vectors for devastating parasites and pathogens. Culicidae control is of …

Essential oils and their compounds as Aedes aegypti L. (Diptera: Culicidae) larvicides

CN Dias, DFC Moraes - Parasitology research, 2014 - Springer
This review aims to describe essential oils and their constituent compounds that exhibit
bioactivity against Aedes aegypti L.(Diptera: Culicidae) larvae, the immature stage of the …