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Matthews GA, 2018, A History of Pesticides, Publisher: CABI, ISBN: 9781786394873
In this fascinating book, Graham Matthews takes the reader through the history of the development and use of chemicals for control of pests, weeds, and vectors of disease.
Routledge I, Walker M, Cheke R, et al., 2018, Modelling the impact of larviciding on the population dynamics and biting rates of Simulium damnosum s.l.: implications for vector control as a complementary strategy for onchocerciasis elimination in Africa, Parasites & Vectors, Vol: 11, Pages: 1-16, ISSN: 1756-3305
Background:In 2012, the World Health Organization set goals for the elimination of onchocerciasis transmission by 2020 in selected African countries. Epidemiological data and mathematical modelling have indicated that elimination may not be achieved with annual ivermectin distribution in all endemic foci. Complementary and alternative treatment strategies (ATS), including vector control, will be necessary. Implementation of vector control will require that the ecology and population dynamics of Simuliumdamnosum sensu latobe carefully considered.Methods:We adapted our previous SIMuliid POPulation dynamics (SIMPOP) model to explore the impact of larvicidal insecticides on S.damnosums.l.biting rates in different ecological contexts and to identify how frequently and for how long vector control should be continued to sustain substantive reductions in vector biting. SIMPOP was fitted to data from large-scale aerial larviciding trials in savannah sites (Ghana) and small-scale ground larviciding trials in forest areas (Cameroon). The model was validated against independent data from Burkina Faso/Côte d’Ivoire (savannah) and Bioko (forest). Scenario analysis explored the effects of ecological and programmatic factors such as pre-control daily biting rate (DBR) and larviciding scheme design on reductions and resurgences in biting rates.Results: The estimated efficacy of large-scale aerial larviciding in the savannah was greater than that of ground-based larviciding in the forest. Small changes in larvicidal efficacy can have large impacts on intervention success. At 93% larvicidal efficacy (a realistic value based on field trials), 10 consecutive weekly larvicidal treatments would reduce DBRs by 96% (e.g. from 400 to 16bites/person/day). At 70% efficacy, and for 10 weekly applications, the DBRwould decrease by 67% (e.g. from 400 to 132bites/person/day). Larviciding is more likely to succeed in areas with lower water temperatures and where blackfly species have lo
Matthews GA, Clayton J, Bals T, et al., 2016, Risk reduction in pesticide application - A conceptual framework, International Advances in Pesticide Application, Publisher: Association of Applied Biologists, Pages: 169-176, ISSN: 0265-1491
Pesticides are heavily criticised by environmental groups and others who argue that theirinefficient application pollutes our environment. They are, however, still essential to supportfood production and human well being. The complex process of transferring a pesticidefrom a container to the biological target requires a holistic approach to look at all sourcesof pesticide losses to reduce risks in application. As the majority of pesticides are appliedas sprays, a conceptual framework of the spray application process from spray planning(e.g. dose selection, timing, treatment plan), mixing, filling and cleaning, spray atomisation,transport and deposition, weathering and run off is considered. This is an attempt to helpidentify those areas of the spray application process of most importance for the protectionof the environment and human health.
Matthews GA, 2015, Pesticides: Health Safety and the Environment, Publisher: Wiley Blackwell
Matthews GA, 2014, Pesticide Application Methods 4th Edition 2014 Matthews, GA, Bateman, R., Miller, P., Publisher: Wiley- Blackwell
Matthews G, 2011, Integrated Vector Management, Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell, ISBN: 9781119950325
This book combines practical information from successful vector control programmes, including early use of DDT, and recent research into a vital resource for all those now involved in combating insect vector borne diseases.
Matthews GA, et al, 2011, Status of Legislation and Regulatory Control of Public Health Pesticides in Countries Endemic with or at Risk of Major Vector-borne Diseases., Environmental Health Perspectives, Vol: 119
van den Berg H, Matthews G, et al, 2011, Status of pesticide management in the practice of vector control: a global survey in countries at risk of malaria or other major vector-borne diseases., Malaria Journal, Vol: 10
Matthews GA, et al, 2010, Problems confronting management of public health pesticides., International pest Control, Vol: 52, Pages: 250-254
Matthews GA, Dobson HM, Nkot PB, et al., 2009, Preliminary examination of integrated vector management in a tropical rainforest area of Cameroon, TRANSACTIONS OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF TROPICAL MEDICINE AND HYGIENE, Vol: 103, Pages: 1098-1104, ISSN: 0035-9203
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Tomenson JA, Matthews GA, 2009, Causes and types of health effects during the use of crop protection chemicals: data from a survey of over 6,300 smallholder applicators in 24 different countries, INTERNATIONAL ARCHIVES OF OCCUPATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH, Vol: 82, Pages: 935-949, ISSN: 0340-0131
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Matthews GA, 2008, Attitudes and behaviours regarding use of crop protection products - A survey of more than 8500 smallholders in 26 countries, CROP PROTECTION, Vol: 27, Pages: 834-846, ISSN: 0261-2194
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Bateman RP, Matthews GA, Hall F, 2007, Ground-based Application Equipment., Field Manual of Techniques in Invertebrate Pathology, Editors: Lacey, Kaya, Publisher: Springer Verlag, ISBN: 9781402059322
This field manual is designed to provide background and instruction on a broad spectrum of techniques and their use in the evaluation of entomopathogens in the field.
Rose D, Matthews GA, Leather SR, 2006, Sub-lethal responses of the large pine weevil, Hylobius abietis, to the pyrethroid insecticide lambda-cyhalothrin, PHYSIOLOGICAL ENTOMOLOGY, Vol: 31, Pages: 316-327, ISSN: 0307-6962
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Matthews GA, 2006, Pesticides, Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell, ISBN: 9781405130912
Provides commercially important information for the agro-chemical industry Addresses all aspects of public concern relating to human health and the environment, including spray drift, bystander, resident and worker exposure Looks at the ...
Matthews GA, Tunstall JP, 2006, Smallholder cotton production in sub-Saharan Africa: An assessment of the way forward, INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PEST MANAGEMENT, Vol: 52, Pages: 149-153, ISSN: 0967-0874
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D Rose, S R Leather, G A Matthews, 2005, Recognition and avoidance of insecticide-treated Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) by Hylobius abietis (Coleoptera: Curculionidae): implications for pest management, Agricultural & Forest Entomology, Vol: 7, Pages: 187-191
Matthews GA, 2004, How was the pesticide applied?, CROP PROTECTION, Vol: 23, Pages: 651-653, ISSN: 0261-2194
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Piggott SJ, Clayton R, Matthews GA, et al., 2003, Development of a new application apparatus for entomopathogenic nematodes, PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE, Vol: 59, Pages: 1344-1348, ISSN: 1526-498X
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Gan-Mor S, Matthews GA, 2003, Recent developments in sprayers for application of biopesticides - an overview, BIOSYSTEMS ENGINEERING, Vol: 84, Pages: 119-125, ISSN: 1537-5110
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Javed MA, Matthews GA, 2002, Bioresidual and integrated pest management status of a biorational agent and a novel insecticide against whitefly and its key parasitoids, INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PEST MANAGEMENT, Vol: 48, Pages: 13-17, ISSN: 0967-0874
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Matthews GA, 2001, Dermal exposure of hands to pesticides, Toxicology of skin, Editors: Maibach, Publisher: Informa HealthCare, ISBN: 9781560328025
Toxic injury to the skin in the general population, and particularly in western populations, is on the increase. This is partly due to the expanding number of natural and man-made chemicals present in our everyday environment.
Matthews GA, Thomas N, 2000, Working towards more efficient application of pesticides, Meeting on the Economic and Commercial Impact of Integrated Crop Management, Publisher: JOHN WILEY & SONS LTD, Pages: 974-976, ISSN: 1526-498X
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Matthews GA, 2000, Pesticide Application Methods 3rd Edition, Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell, ISBN: 9780470759868
Pesticide Application Methods is the standard work for all those involved in crop protection.
Matthews GA, 2000, Applying biological agents: needs and new developments for controlling foliar pests, International Conference on Pests and Diseases, Publisher: BRITISH CROP PROTECTION COUNCIL, Pages: 681-686, ISSN: 0955-1506
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Piggott SJ, Wright DJ, Matthews GA, 2000, Polymeric formulation for the application of entomopathogenic nematodes against foliar pests, International Conference on Pests and Diseases, Publisher: BRITISH CROP PROTECTION COUNCIL, Pages: 1063-1068, ISSN: 0955-1506
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Matthews GA, Thomas NH, 2000, Effective use of air for low drift of fine sprays, Symposium on Predicting Field Performance in Crop Protection, Publisher: BRITISH CROP PROTECTION COUNCIL, Pages: 221-224, ISSN: 0306-3941
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Mason JM, Matthews GA, Wright DJ, 1999, Evaluation of spinning disc technology for the application of entomopathogenic nematodes against a foliar pest, JOURNAL OF INVERTEBRATE PATHOLOGY, Vol: 73, Pages: 282-288, ISSN: 0022-2011
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Matthews GA, 1999, Pesticides, IPM and training, PHYTOPARASITICA, Vol: 27, Pages: 253-256, ISSN: 0334-2123
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PIGGOTT SJ, Matthews GA, 1999, Air Induction nozzles: a solution to spray drift?, International Pest Control, Vol: 41, Pages: 24-28
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