Laser Technology for Parasite Control: A Physics-Based, Eco-Friendly, and Non-Invasive Approach | ||||
| Laser Innovations for Research and Applications | ||||
| Volume 2, Issue 2, June 2025 PDF (377.75 K) | ||||
| Document Type: Review article | ||||
| DOI: 10.21608/lira.2025.383806.1008 | ||||
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| Authors | ||||
Shawky Mohamed Aboelhadid  ; Heba Abdel-Tawab
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| Beni Suef University, Faculty of Science | ||||
| Abstract | ||||
| Laser-based technologies may represent a non-invasive alternative to traditional pharmacological treatments for parasite elimination, as they can deliver targeted high-energy beams with minimal contact and high specificity. Laser-based technologies in biology are growing, and there are opportunities for applications in pest control. Conventional chemical treatments are widely used to manage parasitic infections in humans, animals, and plants. However, these methods present significant limitations, such as toxicity, the accumulation of chemical residues in food, and the development of resistant parasite strains. These challenges highlight the urgent need for alternative control strategies. Consequently, searching for alternatives is essential. An emerging alternative involves bio-ecological approaches. Strategies grounded in physics are gaining increasing attention. These approaches that integrate physics-based methods offer a promising direction. In particular, laser technology has gained attention as a non-invasive, eco-friendly, and highly specific tool for targeted parasite control. Continued research and development in this field may pave the way for effective, and needs to be apply in the real-world testing. | ||||
| Keywords | ||||
| Protozoa; helminths; insect pest control; laser | ||||
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