Aedes Aegypti: Ecology, Population Control, and Vector-borne Disease Prevention
Author(s): B. Vaseeharan (Editor), M. Govindarajan
Publisher: Academic Press
Publication Date: August 11, 2025
Edition: 1st
Language: English
Print length: 236 pages
ISBN-10: 0443214611
ISBN-13: 9780443214615
Book Description
Aedes aegypti: Ecology, Population Control, and Vector-borne Disease Prevention offers a comprehensive exploration of the Aedes aegypti mosquito, a notorious vector responsible for transmitting diseases such as dengue, Zika, and yellow fever. From its biology and ecological behavior to its microbiota and role in global health crises, the book delves deeply into the intricacies of this species. It stands as a valuable resource for researchers, public health officials, and anyone interested in understanding the challenges posed by this resilient mosquito and the innovative measures employed to mitigate its impact on human health.
In addition to extensively discussing the mosquito’s role as a vector, the book emphasizes cutting-edge population control strategies, including genetic modifications, microbial interventions, and community-based efforts. It also addresses the global scale of vector-borne diseases, providing actionable insights into prevention methods, surveillance systems, and the urgent need for interdisciplinary collaboration.
Covers the aedes aegypti mosquito, including its lifecycle, biology, and competence as a vector for diseases such as Zika virus and Dengue fever
Outlines strategies for population control to prevent vector-borne illnesses, along with potential challenges in control methods
Offers the latest, state-of-the-art information to entomologists, ecologists, and biologists working at research facilities and government agencies
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Meticulously introduces the Aedes aegypti mosquito, it’s biology and microbiota, the diseases it transmits, and the most current and effective strategies of control
From the Back Cover
The Aedes aegypti mosquito, a recognized vector for the arboviruses that cause dengue, chikungunya, and Zika, has expanded extensively across the southern hemisphere in recent years and can be found in nearly every tropical and subtropical region, as well as some temperate areas. Aedes aegypti: Ecology, Population Control, and Vector-borne Disease Prevention meticulously introduces the Aedes aegypti mosquito, it’s biology and microbiota, the diseases it transmits, and the most current and effective strategies for controlling it’s ever-spreading populations. Topics covered include state-of-the-art technologies such as microbial secondary metabolites, nano-drug delivery approaches, electrochemical biosensing, and machine learning in mosquito population and disease control.
Professors, researchers, and students at and above the graduate level in the fields of entomology, parasitology, virology, and epidemiology will gain insights into recent developments in the control of Aedes aegypti and the illnesses it spreads. Companies and industry professionals working on new technologies aimed at this purpose can use this work to review current research and technologies in order to build upon it in their work.
About the Author
Prof. B. Vaseeharan is Professor and Head of the Department of Animal Health and Management, Alagappa University, Tamil Nadu, India since 2008. Upon successful completion of Post-Doctoral Research (2003-2007), he joined as Senior Lecturer at School of Biotechnology, VIT University, Vellore (2007-2008), Tamil Nadu, India. He has been conferred with various prestigious awards notably the Young Scientist Award in 2009 by Department of Science and Technology, Dr. M. Swaminathan Best Fisheries Scientist Award 2019 by PFGF, ICAR-CIFRI, and TANSA-2019 Award by Tamil Nadu State Council for Science and Technology. He has more than 22 years of teaching and research experience and dedicated his time to teach Life Sciences. Currently, 7 research scholars are pursuing Ph.D. under his supervision and he serves as mentor for several post-Doctoral researchers. He has published more than 250 research articles (citations-9049) in National and International journals. He is a member of international scientific bodies such as The Zoological Society, Institute of Immunology and Immunotherapy, and The Indian Science Congress Association.
Prof. M. Govindarajan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Zoology at Annamalai University and an Assistant Professor of Zoology at the Government College for Women. His scientific interests include mycology, parasitology, vector control, nanotechnology, and natural products. He discovered nearly 20 pure molecules with significant mosquitocidal potential. He has published over 200 papers in Scopus and Web of Science-indexed journals and 11 books with international publishers. He mentors doctoral scholars and is a public viva-voce examiner for Ph.D. scholars at various universities. He serves on the editorial boards of several national and international journals. He obtained research projects from DST, UGC, and ICMR. He has received many international and national awards, including the Shiksha Rattan Puraskar from India International Friendship Society; Best Teacher Award from Government College for Women; and Shining star award for international education excellence. Stanford University has ranked him as one of the world’s top 2% of scientists.
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