A hygrothermal model for predicting house dust mite response to environmental conditions in dwellings [PDF]
, 1999 House-dust mite antigens are a major contributor to allergic sensitisation. Since temperature and humidity are crucial to house-dust mite physiology, there is considerable interest in reducing mite populations by controlling the indoor environment.
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Application of a transient hygrothermal population model for house dust mites in beds: assessment of control strategies in UK buildings [PDF]
, 2011 This article discusses the capabilities and the application of an innovative combined hygrothermal and population model to assess the impact of building design and occupant behaviour on house dust mite populations in a mattress. The combined model is the
Crowther, David +23 more
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Preventing introduction and spread of Dermanyssus gallinae in poultry facilities using the HACCP method [PDF]
, 2009 Preventing the establishment of ectoparasitic poultry red mite (Dermanyssus gallinae) populations is key in ensuring welfare and egg production of laying hens and absence of allergic reactions of workers in poultry facilities.
Koenraadt, C.J.M., Mul, M.F.
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Controlling house dust mites through ventilation: the development of a model of mite response to varying hygrothermal conditions [PDF]
, 2001 There is clear evidence that house dust mite populations in many climatic regions can potentially be controlledby modifying temperature and humidity within dwellings.
Leung, B. +13 more
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Comparison of synthetic membranes in the development of an in vitro feeding system for Dermanyssus gallinae [PDF]
, 2010 Although artificial feeding models for the poultry red mite (Dermanyssus gallinae) most frequently use biological membranes consisting of day-old chick skin, there are ethical considerations associated with the use of skin.
Guy, Jonathan +3 more
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Dermanyssus gallinae in layer farms in Kosovo: a high risk for salmonella prevalence [PDF]
, 2011 Background The poultry red mite (PRM), Dermanyssus gallinae (D.g.) is a serious ectoparasitic pest of poultry and potential pathogen vector. The prevalence of D. g. and the prevalence of Salmonella spp. within mites on infested laying poultry farms were
Hess Michael +29 more
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Validation of an automated mite counter for Dermanyssus gallinae in experimental laying hen cages [PDF]
, 2015 For integrated pest management (IPM) programs to be maximally effective, monitoring of the growth and decline of the pest populations is essential. Here, we present the validation results of a new automated monitoring device for the poultry red mite ...
van Riel, Johan +17 more
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Biological control of fruit-tree red spider mite [PDF]
, 1976 During the last decade, integrated pest control systems have been developed for several crops. One of the main fields of research in integrated control has been the control of orchard pests. Experience with modified spraying programmes in apple orchards,
Rabbinge, R.
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Variation in herbivory-induced volatiles among cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) varieties has consequences for the attraction of carnivorous natural enemies [PDF]
, 2011 In response to herbivory by arthropods, plants emit herbivory-induced volatiles that attract carnivorous enemies of the inducing herbivores. Here, we compared the attractiveness of eight cucumber varieties (Cucumis sativus L.) to Phytoseiulus persimilis ...
Iris F. Kappers +7 more
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Expressed sequence tag survey of gene expression in the scab mite Psoroptes ovis--allergens, proteases and free-radical scavengers [PDF]
, 2003 Psoroptes ovis, the causative agent of sheep scab, is an important ectoparasitic mite infecting sheep, goats and cattle. Infection is characterized by an extensive dermatitis, scab formation and intense itching.
Blaxter, M L +5 more
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