Characterization and dose-mapping of an X-ray blood irradiator to assess application potential for the sterile insect technique (SIT)
Yeudiel Gómez‐Simuta, Andrew Parker, Carlos Cáceres, Marc J. B. Vreysen, Hanano Yamada
Abstract
Self-contained gamma irradiators have been extensively used to reproductively sterilize insects for the sterile insect technique (SIT). More recently, the use of X-ray generators has gained attention due to the reduced investment, logistic, regulatory and safety requirements involved in the procurement, transport and operation of these machines compared with gamma irradiators. In this study, we evaluated a commercially available, "off-the-shelf" X-ray blood irradiator and found it suitable for insect irradiation in the frame of the SIT.
Topics & Concepts
Sterile insect techniqueGamma rayIrradiationBiomedical engineeringMedicineNuclear medicineBiologyPhysicsAstrophysicsNuclear physicsPEST analysisBotanyInsect behavior and control techniquesInsect and Pesticide ResearchInsect-Plant Interactions and Control