Advances in the Biology and Management of Modern Bed Bugs
by Stephen L. Doggett, Dini M. Miller, Chow-Yang Lee
1st Edition
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Ltd.
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9781119171522 |
| eText ISBN | 9781119171515 |
| Publisher | John Wiley & Sons Ltd. |
| Publishing Year | 2018 |
| Edition | 1st Edition |
| Language | English |
Advances in the Biology and Management of Modern Bed Bugs, 1st Edition, is a scholarly reference volume addressing the worldwide resurgence of both the common bed bug (Cimex lectularius) and the tropical bed bug (Cimex hemipterus). Edited by Stephen L. Doggett, Dini M. Miller, and Chow-Yang Lee, the work compiles contributions from 60 recognized experts across 48 chapters.
The volume covers core biological principles alongside practical interventions, including chemical and non-chemical control methods as well as insecticide resistance. It also documents the consequences of infestations across public health, housing, and commercial environments.
Designed for professional pest managers, academic researchers, and students, the book combines foundational science with management guidance across affected industries.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Bed Bugs Through History
Chapter 2: Bed Bugs in Popular Culture
Chapter 3: The Bed Bug Resurgence in North America
Chapter 4: The Bed Bug Resurgence in Latin America
Chapter 5: The Bed Bug Resurgence in Europe and Russia
Chapter 6: The Bed Bug Resurgence in Asia
Chapter 7: The Bed Bug Resurgence in Australia
Chapter 8: The Bed Bug Resurgence in Africa
Chapter 9: The Bed Bug Resurgence in the Indian Subcontinent
Chapter 10: The Bed Bug Resurgence in the Middle East
Chapter 11: Dermatology and Immunology
Chapter 12: Bed Bugs and Infectious Diseases
Chapter 13: Mental Health Impacts
Chapter 14: Miscellaneous Health Impacts
Chapter 15: Fiscal Impacts
Chapter 16: Bed Bug Biology
Chapter 17: Chemical Ecology
Chapter 18: Population Genetics
Chapter 19: Physiology
Chapter 20: Symbionts
Chapter 21: Bed Bug Laboratory Maintenance
Chapter 22: Bed Bug Industry Standards: Australia
Chapter 23: Bed Bug Industry Standards: Europe
Chapter 24: Bed Bug Industry Standards: USA
Chapter 25: A Pest Control Company Perspective
Chapter 26: Prevention
Chapter 27: Detection and Monitoring
Chapter 28: Non-chemical Control
Chapter 29: Insecticide Resistance
Chapter 30: Chemical Control
Chapter 31: Limitations of Bed Bug Management Technologies
Chapter 32: Bed Bug Education
Chapter 33: Low-income Housing
Chapter 34: Multi-Unit Housing
Chapter 35: Shelters
Chapter 36: Hotels
Chapter 37: Healthcare Facilities
Chapter 38: Aircraft
Chapter 39: Cruise Ships and Trains
Chapter 40: Poultry Industry
Chapter 41: Bed Bugs and the Law in the USA
Chapter 42: Bed Bugs and the Law in the United Kingdom
Chapter 43: Bed Bugs and the Law in Australia
Chapter 44: Bed Bugs and the Law in Asia
Chapter 45: On Being an Expert Witness
Chapter 46: Bed Bugs: the Future
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