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Brazil faces surge in mosquito-borne disease as climate change and urbanization intensify

A new study suggests that the risk of mosquito-borne illness in Brazil will rise significantly by the year 2080, but that climate action could help. Katherine Heath of the Burnet Institute, Melbourne, ... read more

The pros and cons of spraying pesticides to keep disease-carrying mosquito populations down

Spraying pesticides can have unintended impacts on important pollinator species. Researchers are trying to find ways to quell growing mosquito populations that spread disease without putting ... read more

Urbanization linked to a 43% drop in pollinating insects

Increasing urbanization is linked to a decline in crucial pollinator populations, including nocturnal moths, hoverflies, and bees, according to a new study from the University of Sheffield. Subscribe ... read more

Human-created habitats fuel mosquito populations in urban areas, says researcher

It's that time of year. The buzz of mosquitoes is in the air, and people wonder, "Where are these bloodsuckers coming from?" Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest sci-tech news updates. read more