This new work contains the first integrated discussion of the role of olfaction in mosquito-host interactions. It covers the practical applications of this knowledge in attempting to control malaria as a problem for world health. The volume begins with a general overview of mosquito life cycle styles and how odour-mediated host location fits into the repertoire of behaviours that a specific species may exhibit. Certain aspects of insect olfaction and its underlying physiological mechanisms are incorporated within the book.
Table des matières
Partial table of contents:
Vector Insects and Their Control (M. Lehane).
Genetics, Ecology and Behaviour of Anophelines (G. Gibson).
Odour Plumes and Odour-Mediated Flight in Insects (R.
Cardé).
Selection of Biting Sites by Mosquitoes ( R. de Jong & B.
Knols).
Structure and Function of Insect Olfactory Sensilla (R.
Steinbrecht).
Sensory Aspects of Host Location in Mosquitoes (M. Bowen).
The Multiple Role of Pheromone-Binding Protein in Olfactory
Transduction (G. Ziegelberger).
Synthesis and Future Challenges: The Response of Mosquitoes to
Host Odours (W. Takken).
Indexes.
A propos de l’auteur
The Novartis Foundation is an international scientific and educational charity which promotes the study and general knowledge of science and in particular encourages international co-operation in scientific research.
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