LABORATORY EVALUATION OF MESOCYCLOPS ANNULATUS (WIERZEJSKI, 1892) (COPEPODA: CYCLOPIDEA) AS A PREDATOR OF CONTAINER-BREEDING MOSQUITOES IN ARGENTINA

Laboratory evaluation of Mesocyclops annulatus (Wierzejski, 1892) (Copepoda: Cyclopidea) as a predator of container-breeding mosquitoes in Argentina

In laboratory bioassays we tested the predatory capacity of the copepod Mesocyclops annulatus on Aedes aegypti and Culex pipiens larvae.A single adult female of M.annulatus caused 51.6% and 52.3% mortality of 50 first instar larvae of Ae.aegypti and People Art Cx.pipiens respectively, in a 72 h test period.When alternative food was added to the con

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Study on wind aerodynamic and flow characteristics of triangular-shaped tall buildings and CFD simulation in order to assess drag coefficient

Tall modern buildings are extremely sensitive to the wind.Thus, assessment of wind loads to design these buildings is essential.The purpose of this study is Puzzles first to introduce a theoretical framework and simultaneously express basic aerodynamic studies.Furthermore, assessments are made to reduce drag coefficient performance of aerodynamic m

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Recommendations for Control and Mitigation of Laurel Wilt and Ambrosia Beetle Vectors in Commercial Avocado Groves in Florida

The lethal laurel wilt epidemic affecting avocado trees in Florida is caused Softshell Gilets by a fungal pathogen-ambrosia beetle complex (LW-AB).The death of over 120,000 commercial avocado trees in Florida may be attributed to LW-AB.Recommendations for control and mitigation of this epidemic are needed to guide commercial producers in their deci

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