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Host Choice and Multiple Blood Feeding Behaviour of Malaria Vectors and Other Anophelines in Mwea Scheme, Kenya

Abstract: Background: Studies were conducted between April 2004 and February 2006

Blood-Feeding Patterns of Culex Quinquefasciatus and other Culicines and Implications for Disease Transmission in Mwea Rice Scheme, Kenya

Abstract: Studies were conducted in Mwea Rice Scheme, Kenya during the period Apr

Growth disruption activity of polar extracts from Kotschya uguenensis (Fabaceae) against Anopheles gambiae s.s. (Diptera: Culicidae) larvae

Abstract: Studies on the larvicidal properties of extracts and fractions from Kot

Heavy Metals in Mosquito Larval Habitats in Urban Kisumu and Malindi, Kenya, and their Impact

Abstract: Concentrations and distribution of cadmium, chromium, copper, iron, lea

Contribution of Different Aquatic Habitats to Adult Anopheles Arabiensis and Culex Quinquefasciatus (Diptera: Culicidae) Production in a Rice Agroecosystem in Mwea, Kenya

Abstract: Studies were conducted to determine the contribution of diverse larval

Effect of Rice Cultivation on Malaria Transmission in Central Kenya

Abstract: A 12-month field study was conducted between April 2004 and March 2005

Environmental Factors Associated with the Distribution of Anopheles Arabiensis and Culex Quinquefasciatus in a rice Agro-ecosystem in Mwea, Kenya

Abstract: Studies were conducted between May and June, 2006 to investigate the en

A multiplex assay for the sensitive detection and quantification of male and female Plasmodium falciparum gametocytes

Abstract: Background: The transmission of malaria to mosquitoes depends on the pr

Comparison of Mosquito Control Programs in Seven Urban Sites in Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas

Abstract: Mosquito control programs at seven urban sites in Kenya, Egypt, Israel,

The Association Between Distance to Water Pipes and Water Bodies Positive for Anopheline Mosquitoes (Diptera: Culicidae) in the Urban Community of Malindi, Kenya

Abstract: The increasing risk of mosquito-borne diseases in African urban environ

Constant Temperature and time Period Effects on Anopheles gambiae Egg Hatching

Abstract: Anopheles gambiae Giles sensu stricto (Diptera: Culicidae) egg developm

Bugs with Backpacks Deter Vision-guided Predation by Jumping Spiders

Abstract: As a case study of how insects use masks as a defence against vision-gu

Host plant forensics and olfactory-based detection in Afro-tropical mosquito disease vectors

Abstract: The global spread of vector-borne diseases remains a worrying public he

Screening Mosquito House Entry Points as a Potential Method for Integrated Control of Endophagic Filariasis, Arbovirus and Malaria Vectors

Abstract: Background: Partial mosquito-proofing of houses with screens and ceilin

Serological evidence of Flavivirus circulation in human populations in Northern Kenya: an assessment of disease risk 2016–2017

Abstract: Background: Yellow fever, Dengue, West Nile and Zika viruses are re-eme

Studies of Transgenic Mosquitoes in Disease-Endemic Countries: Preparation of Containment Facilities

Abstract: Novel approaches to area-wide control of vector species offer promise a

When it looks and walks like an ant. Learning & Behavior

Abstract: Some jumping spiders (family Salticidae) bear a striking resemblance to

Edible insect value chains in Africa

Abstract: This special issue was organised in the context of the 22nd meeting of

Environmental Covariates of Anopheles arabiensis in a Rice Agroecosystem in Mwea, Central Kenya

Abstract: Water quality of aquatic habitats is an important determinant of female

Ingredients for Understanding Brain and Behavioral Evolution: Ecology, Phylogeny, and Mechanism

Abstract: Uncovering the neural correlates and evolutionary drivers of behavioral

Vision-based Ability of an Ant-mimicking Jumping Spider to Discriminate Between Models, Conspecific Individuals and Prey

Abstract: Myrmarachne assimilis, an ant-like (myrmecomorphic) jumping spider (Ara

Spatial panorama of malaria prevalence in Africa under climate change and interventions scenarios. International

Abstract: Background: Malaria is highly sensitive to climatic variables and is st

Enhancing vector refractoriness to trypanosome infection: achievements, challenges and perspectives.

Abstract: With the absence of effective prophylactic vaccines and drugs against A

Implication of Livestock Rearing on Advancing Household Food Security and Nutrition: A Study of Push-Pull Technology and Livestock Production

Abstract: Livestock rearing link to food security and nutrition is an important a

Impact of vector control interventions on malaria transmission intensity, outdoor vector biting rates and Anopheles mosquito species composition in Tororo, Uganda

Abstract: Background: Long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) and indoor residual

Beyond brain size: Uncovering the neural correlates of behavioral and cognitive specialization. Comparative Cognition & Behavior Reviews

Abstract: Despite prolonged interest in comparing brain size and behavioral proxi

Containment Studies of TransgenicMosquitoes in Disease Endemic Countries:The Broad Concept of Facilities Readiness

Abstract: Genetic strategies for large scale pest or vector control using modifie

Gender and student performance in sub-Saharan Africa.

Abstract: Women’s underrepresentation in science, technology, engineering, and ma

Dim-light vision in jumping spiders (Araneae, Salticidae): identification of prey and rivals.

Abstract: Jumping spiders (family Salticidae) are known for their intricate visio

Short communication: Portia’s capacity to decide whether a detour is necessary.

Abstract: Proficiency at planning is known to be part of the exceptionally comple