Locust Pest Outbreaks May Increase as Climate Change Continues

Medicine & Technology Sep 28, 2022

An Arizona State University study finds that climate change affects the reproduction of locusts. Find out how these insects affect food production in the coming years.

Locust Can Detect Cancer From a Healthy Human Cell and May Speed Up Standard Screening [Study]

Aug 07, 2022

Researchers found that a locust can smell cancer and even differentiate three types of mouth cancer cells by picking them out from a healthy human cell. Read the article to learn how this can speed up cancer screening.

Consistent Smell of Objects Regardless of External Factors Explained Through Neural Response in Locusts

Jan 11, 2022

A new study analyzed the peculiar skill of humans to consistently recognize any objects through smell, regardless of external factors, by the help of neural response in locusts.

Scientists Make Bomb-Sniffing Bugs Inspired by Locust's Ability to Smell and Trace Explosives

Aug 15, 2020

Researchers found that locusts can smell explosives and determine their location. This ability is what inspires scientists to make bomb-sniffing cyborg locusts, but there are a few technical concerns that need to be aswered before using them in the field.

Kosher Diet: Israeli Firm Wants to Use Locusts As Alternative Protein Source; Is It Safe to Eat?

Aug 03, 2020

Locusts are one of the legendary 10 plagues of Egypt mentioned in the bible. Now, one Israeli firm wants to puts it in the menu in the Holy land and beyond as a new source of protein. But is eating locusts a kosher? The answer is not so simple after all.

Africa Combats Locust Outbreak Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic Crisis

Jun 22, 2020

Millions of desert locusts swarm over acres of farms in Africa three months ago, and would likely return now, leaving millions of people across the countries hungry by the end of the year.

Electronically Modified Insects Used For Spy Cam: Military Applications, Search & Rescue & Other Human-Guided Activities

Jun 04, 2017

Modified insects to serve humans is gaining ground for other applications. A cyborg locusts can now be utilized for bomb detection, bees can now sniff for weapons while roaches are used for mapping impassable terrains and closed spaces.