Dissecting insect gut function to understand insecticide detoxification [ 2010-01-01 - 2013-12-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Batterham, Philip (Chief Investigator) ,  Dr Phillip Daborn (Chief Investigator)

Brief description Dissecting insect gut function to understand insecticide detoxification. Massive quantities of chemical insecticides are used daily to control the insect pests that threaten agriculture, human health and the welfare of domestic pets. Insects readily evolve resistance to these chemicals reducing the effectiveness of pest control, increasing the amount of chemical used and increasing costs to consumers. This project examines the way in which insects adapt to the extreme stress imposed on them by chemical insecticides. A thorough understanding of this adaptation process is required before insecticide resistance can be effectively managed or prevented.

Funding Amount $315,000

Funding Scheme Discovery Projects

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