A new paradigm for personal protection against ticks: efficacy of spatial repellents to reduce host seeking activities in three major tick species of medical importance
E. L. Siegel, M. Olivera, E. M. Roig, M. Perry, A. Li, S. D'hers, N. Elman, S. M. Rich
This study evaluates the efficacy of spatial repellents against three major tick species using a novel vertical climb assay, finding significant behavioral changes in ticks exposed to certain active ingredients.
bioRxiv · May 17, 2022 · PreprintZoology