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IIT Delhi develops new smart mosquito-repellent detergents to protect against malaria, dengue
Updated On: 28 November, 2025 01:17 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Currently, the available protective measures against mosquitoes include liquids, coils, lotions, creams, roll-ons, sprays, and patches. However, these options come with their limitations

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Amid a rise in mosquito-borne diseases, including malaria, dengue, and chikungunya, researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi on Thursday informed the development of an innovative mosquito repellent detergent.
Currently, the available protective measures against mosquitoes include liquids, coils, lotions, creams, roll-ons, sprays, and patches.
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