Laser Device Zaps Mosquitoes Mid-Flight, Ships This Month
A Chinese startup is shipping a device that detects and kills mosquitoes with lasers. The technology uses lidar to track insects and eliminate them without chemicals.
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California Releases 480K Mosquitoes to Fight Disease
Southern California is unleashing nearly half a million mosquitoes into neighborhoods, and it's brilliant. These specially prepared males will crash the local mosquito population without a single bite.
Google to Release 32M Sterile Mosquitoes in US
Google wants to fight deadly disease by releasing 32 million bacteria-infected male mosquitoes in California and Florida. The tech giant's innovative approach has already cut dengue cases by 70% in Singapore.
Scientists Prove DEET Still Works Despite Mosquito Training
New lab research shows mosquitoes can learn to associate repellent with food, but scientists confirm the findings don't change DEET's real-world effectiveness. The study reinforces why this 80-year-old chemical remains a lifesaver.
Singapore Cuts Dengue Cases 70% With Bacteria-Carrying Bugs
Scientists in Singapore turned mosquitoes into disease fighters using naturally occurring bacteria, slashing dengue infections by 70% across entire neighborhoods. The breakthrough offers hope for millions affected by the painful, sometimes deadly virus each year.