Revolutionary New Pest Control Tool Discovered by Johns Hopkins

A Johns Hopkins study revealed that an enzyme in fruit fly testes could hinder insect reproduction by managing bromotyrosine accumulation, presenting a novel method for managing pests that threaten agriculture and spread diseases.

A novel way to curb nagging insects has been flying under our radar—an enzyme from fruit fly testes.

The compound could control bugs that carry disease and harm crops by stunting their ability to procreate, according to new research by Johns Hopkins University.