Malar J January 2021 PMID 33413370

A minimal 3D model of mosquito flight behaviour around the human baited bed net.

Jeff Jones, Gregory P D Murray, Philip J McCall

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Peak: 7 in Jan 2021
across 3 sources since Jan 2021

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7,218,749
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205,338

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Jan 2021 – Apr 2022

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What people are saying

The discussions mainly highlight the study’s contribution to understanding mosquito behavior, with phrases like 'accurately represents' and mentions of how the model can improve vector control, which shows genuine interest. The tone conveys appreciation for scientific advancements while maintaining an awareness of practical implications, indicating moderate to high engagement and perceived impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the importance and accuracy of the model, with many agreeing that it effectively represents mosquito behaviors around bed nets.

InterestHigh interest

Participants display high curiosity about the research, evident from enthusiastic words like 'new study' and hashtags emphasizing scientific interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

The posts reflect some engagement with the methodology and implications, mentioning visual tracking, treatment differences, and behavioral insights.

ImpactModerate impact

There is a moderate perception of the study’s significance, particularly for vector control and malaria prevention efforts, though some posts are more promotional than analytical.

Abstract in brief

  • The study developed a minimal 3D virtual model of mosquito flight behavior around human-occupied bed nets, using advanced video tracking to accurately simulate how mosquitoes interact with and respond to stimuli from the net and the human host.
  • The model shows that mosquito behavior changes significantly when a human and bed net are introduced, with more landings on the sides of the net and most contacts occurring on the top surface, matching real-world observations and helping to understand exposure to insecticides.
  • By adjusting factors like attractant dispersal, the model predicts that mosquito contact with the net decreases as the dispersal noise increases, providing insights into how mosquito behavior varies with environmental conditions and aid in improving bed net designs for better protection.]

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WWARN @wwarnnews.bsky.social
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#ScienceReadForSunday: New study in @MalariaJournal has modelled actual mosquito flight behaviour around a human-occupied bed net in untreated and insecticide-treated nets. @BioMedCentral https://t.co/BYvyIwKaVK

Jan 24, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 4,193 followers View post →
BMC
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Research published in @MalariaJournal reports a model that accurately represents mosquito behaviour around human-occupied untreated and insecticide-treated bed nets. https://t.co/Vz6BBydzHm

Jan 27, 2021 · 75,396 followers View post →
Bloodsucking Parasites
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RT @mosquito_papers: A minimal 3D model of mosquito flight behaviour around the human baited bed net. https://t.co/4V5tyHHMcY

Jan 9, 2021 · 1 share · 5,092 followers View post →
Bloodsucking Parasites
@bloodSparasites · X

RT @MalariaPapers: A minimal 3D model of mosquito flight behaviour around the human baited bed net. https://t.co/d23QFLS1ca

Jan 9, 2021 · 1 share · 5,092 followers View post →
WWARN @wwarnnews.bsky.social
@WWARN · X

#PointScienceDuDimanche Une nouvelle étude publiée dans @MalariaJournal a modélisé le comportement réel du vol des moustiques autour d'une moustiquaire de lit occupé par un humain, lorsque la moustiquaire est imprégnée ou pas d'insecticide @BioMedCentral https://t.co/BYvyIwKaVK

May 23, 2021 · 4,193 followers View post →
MosquitoPapers
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A minimal 3D model of mosquito flight behaviour around the human baited bed net. https://t.co/4V5tyHHMcY

Jan 9, 2021 · 1 share · 2,466 followers View post →

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WWARN @wwarnnews.bsky.social
@WWARN · X

#PointScienceDuDimanche Une nouvelle étude publiée dans @MalariaJournal a modélisé le comportement réel du vol des moustiques autour d'une moustiquaire de lit occupé par un humain, lorsque la moustiquaire est imprégnée ou pas d'insecticide @BioMedCentral https://t.co/BYvyIwKaVK

May 23, 2021 · 4,193 followers View post →
James Kerwin
@JamesKerwin9 · X

A minimal 3D model of mosquito flight behaviour around the human baited bed net #Mosquito #Malaria #Vectorcontrol #Hostseeking #Bednet #Behaviour #Computationalmodel #Insilico #tracking #Insecticide #Repellent #Anopheles #Attractants https://t.co/HOmP4S5NXD

Feb 10, 2021 · 143 followers View post →
BMC
@BioMedCentral · X

Research published in @MalariaJournal reports a model that accurately represents mosquito behaviour around human-occupied untreated and insecticide-treated bed nets. https://t.co/Vz6BBydzHm

Jan 27, 2021 · 75,396 followers View post →
Diego Morales
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RT @WWARN: #ScienceReadForSunday: New study in @MalariaJournal has modelled actual mosquito flight behaviour around a human-occupied bed ne…

Jan 24, 2021 · 1 share · 522 followers View post →
WWARN @wwarnnews.bsky.social
@WWARN · X

#ScienceReadForSunday: New study in @MalariaJournal has modelled actual mosquito flight behaviour around a human-occupied bed net in untreated and insecticide-treated nets. @BioMedCentral https://t.co/BYvyIwKaVK

Jan 24, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 4,193 followers View post →
Bloodsucking Parasites
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RT @MalariaPapers: A minimal 3D model of mosquito flight behaviour around the human baited bed net. https://t.co/d23QFLS1ca

Jan 9, 2021 · 1 share · 5,092 followers View post →
Malaria Papers
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A minimal 3D model of mosquito flight behaviour around the human baited bed net. https://t.co/d23QFLS1ca

Jan 9, 2021 · 1 share · 1,542 followers View post →
Bloodsucking Parasites
@bloodSparasites · X

RT @mosquito_papers: A minimal 3D model of mosquito flight behaviour around the human baited bed net. https://t.co/4V5tyHHMcY

Jan 9, 2021 · 1 share · 5,092 followers View post →
MosquitoPapers
@mosquito_papers · X

A minimal 3D model of mosquito flight behaviour around the human baited bed net. https://t.co/4V5tyHHMcY

Jan 9, 2021 · 1 share · 2,466 followers View post →