The Toxicology and Biochemistry of Insecticides

Despite their importance for ensuring ample and pest-free food supplies, pesticides are often blamed for environmental pollution and non-target toxicities. Moreover, insects can develop resistance to repeated use of the same chemicals, demanding an ever-deeper understanding of insect toxicology and biochemistry for continued efficacy. No longer a simple, straightforward task, pesticide use has evolved into a highly complex, publicly sensitive operation requiring equal consideration of all b...