Investigation of Developmental Stage/Age, Gamma Irradiation Dose, and Temperature in Sterilization of MaleAedes aegypti(Diptera: Culicidae) in a Sterile Insect Technique Program

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The sterilization process using gamma irradiation is a crucial component in a program using sterile insect technique (SIT) to control Aedes aegypti. Unfortunately, there is no efficient standard protocol for sterilizing mosquitoes that can produce a high level of sterility while maintaining mating ability and longevity. Therefore, we conducted a study of the critical factors necessary to develop such a standard...

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