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Joshua U Abel-Nwachukwu1, Benjamin J Matthews1
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Widespread insecticide resistance has sparked the search for new strategies to combat vector-borne disease. Recent work uncovers the mechanism behind nootkatone, a grapefruit-derived compound, which works as a dual-action repellent and insecticide, highlighting its potential as a powerful tool for mosquito control efforts.

