Mosquitoes Can Learn to Prefer Humans Wearing Repellent, Scientists Find

Mosquitoes can learn to prefer targeting humans who use repellent, according to new scientific research. The study examined DEET, a chemical compound developed in the United States in the 1940s that has helped save countless lives by protecting against insect-borne diseases. Researchers say the findings highlight the need to develop new, more effective and environmentally friendly repellents as mosquitoes adapt their behavior to overcome current protective measures.