Bioassay and molecular monitoring of insecticide resistance status in Aedes albopictus populations from Greece, to support evidence-based vector control

Abstract Background Aedes albopictus has a well-established presence in southern European countries, associated with recent disease outbreaks (e.g. chikungunya). Development of insecticide resistance in the vector is a major concern as its control mainly relies on the use of biocides. Data on the sp...

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Main Authors: Sofia Balaska, Emmanouil A. Fotakis, Ilias Kioulos, Linda Grigoraki, Spyridoula Mpellou, Alexandra Chaskopoulou, John Vontas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-06-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13071-020-04204-0