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Repellent Properties of Compounds and Blends from Nigella sativa Seeds Against Anopheles gambiae

Ndirangu, Ephantus G.; Opiyo, Sylvia A.; Ng'ang'a, M. W. (Scientific & Academic Publishing, 2020-02)

Malaria, transmitted to humans by the bites of infected Anopheles mosquitoes is a public health concern. Some available repellents against the insect have adverse effects on humans and environment. This study determined ...

Chemical composition and repellency of Nigella sativa L. seed essential oil against Anopheles gambiae sensu stricto

Ndirangu, Ephantus G.; Opiyo, Sylvia A.; Ng'ang'a, M. W. (2020-04)

Malaria which is caused by the Plasmodium parasite and transmitted through bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes is an important public health concern in Africa. Insect repellents are commercially available but ...