Biocontrol of Urban Bedbugs: Evaluating Fungal Alternatives for Insecticide-Resistant Populations in Winnipeg

This project investigates the resistance of Winnipeg bedbug populations to chemical insecticides and evaluates the effectiveness of locally developed Beauveria bassiana formulations, addressing critical gaps in our understanding of fungal susceptibility and informing the development of targeted, eco-friendly pest control strategies.

Faculty Supervisor:

Steven Whyard

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Partner:

Crescent Pest Control

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services

University:

University of Manitoba

Program:

Accelerate

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