The mosquito is the worlds deadliest animal, killing more than 700,000 people a year! Mosquitos carry many life threatening diseases such as malaria and West Nile viruses among a range of others. Some sprays are very effective in killing mosquitos, but they contain deet which is toxic, there are other non-toxic solutions available too but not as effective.
However, now researchers based in California have come up with another solution, a small patch which you can wear on your clothes like a sticker. It protects you for up to 2 days after getting exposed to air.
It works in such a way, that it exudes a scent which masks the carbon dioxide exhaled by humans - that’s the major method by which the insects track down their human prey.
Kite is currently raising finds on Indiegogo - a crowd sourcing platform, and has proven very successful. The funding goal of $75,000 was met in just four days, with the total currently sitting at approximately $236,000. A pledge of $10 will send a pack of five Kites to a family in Uganda, while $35 will send 10 patches and also get you 10 of your own. An estimated retail price has yet to be established.
For more info, check out the video below
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