Heating an insecticide can give it new life. Microwaving the insecticide deltamethrin rearranges its crystal structure but doesn’t change its chemical composition. The rearrangement renews ...

(Beyond Pesticides, October 10, 2023) In recent years, the effects of climate change have become more frequent and more severe, from extreme weather events to rising sea levels. But perhaps one of the ...

Researchers have developed a surfactant spray that counters the mosquito’s natural water-resisting properties, offering a safe and effective means of taking down mosquitoes without using insecticides.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Mosquitoes may have just met their match: A prescription drug ...

Mosquito season is returning to the Northeast, and with it comes not only a surge in buzzing pests but also perennial debates about whether spraying them is safe. At the center of this controversy is ...

HYATTSVILLE, Md. — Mosquito control services were spraying neighborhoods in Hyattsville on Wednesday after traps detected West Nile Virus in some insects, according to a Maryland Department of ...