New Mosquito Repellant Could Be Frightening... For The Mosquitoes!

The video explores the deadly nature of Anopheles mosquitoes, particularly in spreading malaria. It highlights research by Lawrence Weibel and his team at Vanderbilt University, who study how mosquitoes use their sense of smell to locate humans. The focus is on female mosquitoes, which bite for reproductive purposes and spread diseases. The team is developing new repellents targeting odor receptors, potentially more effective than DEET. The research also considers the impact on other insects, like honey bees, emphasizing careful use of repellents.

What are the implications of using strong odors as a mosquito repellent?

Why is it important to understand how mosquito receptors work in relation to other insects?