Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have discovered a "chemical camouflage" that effectively limits the risk of mosquito bites. The formula developed is a mixture of two natural elements: cellulose, the main constituent of the wall of many plants, and indole, an aromatic substance present in some flowers.
The authors conclude that cellulose's properties make it "ideal" for the development of a new generation of mosquito repellent – and hope it will be available on the market as early as next year.