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Rhamnolipids: solution against Aedes aegypti?

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Author(s):
Silva, Vinicius L. [1] ; Lovagliol, Roberta B. [1] ; Von Zuben, Claudio J. [2] ; Contierol, Jonas [1]
Total Authors: 4
Affiliation:
[1] Univ Estadual Paulista, Biochem & Microbiol, BR-13506900 Sao Paulo - Brazil
[2] Univ Estadual Paulista, Zool & Entomol, Rio Claro - Brazil
Total Affiliations: 2
Document type: Journal article
Source: FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY; v. 6, FEB 16 2015.
Web of Science Citations: 6
Abstract

Aedes aegypti mosquitoes are the primary transmitters of dengue fever, urban yellow fever, and chikungunya viruses. This mosquito has developed resistance to the insecticides currently used to control their populations. These chemical insecticides are harmful to the environment and can have negative effects on human health. Rhamnolipids are environmentally compatible biological surfactants, but their insecticidal activity has not been extensively studied. The present study evaluated the potential larvicidal, insecticidal, and repellent activities of rhamnolipids against A. aegypti. At concentrations of 800, 900, and 1000 mg/L, rhamnolipids eliminated all mosquito larvae in 18 h and killed 100% of adults at 1000 mg/L. According to the results it may be conclude that rhamnolipids should be applied to control larvae and mosquitos besides present the repellency activity against A. aegypti. (AU)

FAPESP's process: 11/15345-8 - DEVELOPMENT OF FEED STRATEGIES FOR RHAMNOLIPIDS PRODUCTION BY Pseudomonas aeruginosa LBI 2A1 IN BIORREACTOR
Grantee:Vinícius Luiz da Silva
Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Master