Adhesion and virulence properties of native Metarhizium fungal strains from Burkina Faso for the control of malaria vectors.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Local strains of the entomopathogenic fungus Metarhizium pingshaense in Burkina Faso have demonstrated remarkable virulence against malaria vectors, positioning them as promising candidates for inclusion in the future arsenal of malaria control strategies. However, the underlying mechanisms responsible for this virulence remain unknown. To comprehend the fungal infection process, it is crucial to investigate the attachment mechanisms of fungal spores to the mosquito cuticle and explore the relationship between virulence and attachment kinetics. This study aims to assess the adhesion and virulence properties of native Metarhizium fungal strains from Burkina Faso for controlling malaria vectors.

Methods

Fungal strains were isolated from 201 insects and 1399 rhizosph

SUBMITTER: Sare I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10629044 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature