Global incidence of mosquito-borne diseases have grown dramatically in the last decade. A novel sunlight-activated larvicide has been developed from a plant source that is lethal and effective against Aedes mosquito larvae while remaining non-toxic to other non-translucent aquatic organisms and environment. Sunlight generates free radicals that are highly lethal and effective to kill larvae. This larvicide could be a new eco-friendly solution in the fight against mosquito-borne diseases like dengue and zika. It provides a new avenue for the control of the mosquito vector population by targeting the mosquito larvae before they become adult mosquitoes.
The larvicide is derived from food-grade plant source and is environment friendly.
Modified by chemical synthesis to enhance its stability in the environment.
Effectively kills mosquito larvae in low concentrations; demonstrated through an NEA approved simulated field trial.
The larvicide is activated by sunlight, but also demonstrate effective larvicidal activity on less sunny or cloudy days.
Mosquito vector control programme.
This larvicide can be applied directly to mosquito breeding sites.
Local pesticide manufacturers and distributers who prefers 'green' larvicide, derived from natural source.
Green and environmentally friendly.
Kills almost 100% of Aedes larvae.
Lethal to mosquito larvae at a low concentrations thus require very small dosages to be effective.
Harmless to non-translucent organisms, and thus safe for other aquatic animals to ingest.
Reduce the use of chemical pesticides and frequency for fogging.
This technology is available for licensing and technology transfer.
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