Mosquitoes are a serious threat to the society, acting as vector to several dreadful diseases.
Mosquito management programes profoundly depend on the routine of chemical …

The mosquito species Aedes aegypti is one of the main vectors of arboviruses, including
dengue, Zika and chikungunya. Considering the deficiency or absence of vaccines to …

The fragrant camphor tree (Cinnamomum camphora) and its products, such as camphor oil,
have been coveted since ancient times. Having a rich history of traditional use, it was …

The efficacy of 30 aromatic compounds and their mutual binary combinations was tested for
acute toxicity against the larvae Spodoptera littoralis. Based on a comparison of the lethal …

Since ancient times, essential oils are recognized for their medicinal value and they are very
interesting and powerful natural plant products. They continue to be of paramount …

Catnip or catmint (Nepeta spp.) is a flowering plant in the mint family (Lamiaceae) famed for
its ability to attract cats. This phenomenon is caused by the compound nepetalactone, a …

Plants naturally produce bioactive compounds along with many secondary metabolites
which serve as defensive chemical against herbivorers including insect pests. One group of …

Abstract Mosquitoes (Diptera: Culicidae) represent a huge threat for millions of humans and
animals worldwide, since they act as vectors for important parasites and pathogens …

Increasing knowledge about the various properties exhibited by essential oils led to a sharp
expansion in their production and utilization. Citronella essential oil is one of the …

The development of effective and safe repellents against arthropods is very important,
because there are no effective vaccines against arthropod‐borne viruses (arboviruses) and …