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Bioconversion of organic waste by insects: a comprehensive review
Shahida Anusha Siddiqui; Harahap, Iskandar Azmy; Osei-Owusu, Jonathan; Saikia, Trideep; Wu, Yuan Seng; Fernando, Ito; Perestrelo, Rosa; Câmara, José S.feed. However, the increase in global agricultural production also means an increase in waste generation, which is mostly improperly managed, especially in low- and middle-income countries where adequate waste man agement infrastructure is limited and inefficient. Consequently, organic waste has become a global burden due to its negative impact on the environment and human health. In this sense, insect-based bi...
Unravelling the potential of insects for medicinal purposes: a comprehensive re...
Siddiqui, Shahida Anusha; Li, Chujun; Aidoo, Owusu Fordjour; Fernando, Ito; Haddad, Moawiya A.; Pereira, Jorge A.M.; Blinov, Andrey; Golik, AndreyEntomotherapy, the use of insects for medicinal purposes, has been practised for centuries in many countries around the world. More than 2100 edible insect species are eaten by humans, but little is known about the possibility of using these insects as a promising alternative to traditional pharmaceuticals for treating diseases. This review offers a fundamental understanding of the therapeutic applications of i...