Genesis Laboratories, Inc.

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Over twenty years in business with a combined staff experience totaling more than 100 years, we are the global leader in the fields of vector biology & wildlife research. Genesis Labs has completed over 2,500 projects in over 60 countries and proven that we provide quality services to our clients. Our team of highly qualified professionals strives for excellence with every project.

ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY|

VECTOR BORNE DISEASES|

AVIAN TOXICOLOGY|

WILDLIFE MANAGMENET|

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

ABOUT US

GENESIS LABORATORIES

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Genesis Laboratories, Inc. is a full service laboratory located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. We provide a vast array of services to clients involved in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries, rodenticide research and development, as well as invasive species, zoonotic disease, and conservation research.

Established in 1989, Genesis has earned a reputation for quality work conducted in a timely manner. Our staff of scientists assists with the development of novel products and the improvement of existing products. We are also involved in a wide variety of risk assessment techniques and implementation of management strategies concerning the control of invasive and native species. If required, our research can be completed under Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards, primarily for FIFRA (EPA), OECD or FDA registrations. Our Quality Assurance program ensures the best in experimental design, data accuracy, and quality service. Genesis prides itself responding to new, challenging research needs of the industry. If an uncommon service you need is not found on this website, please contact us to discuss how we might be able to assist you in research design and evaluation. Our innovative ideas and techniques have led to Genesis receiving numerous Small Business Innovative Research Grants in the last five years.

As a leader in wildlife research, we strive to provide quality research. The staff at Genesis Laboratories, Inc. has amassed over 80 years of extensive experience in the laboratory and field in the United States and 50 countries around the world. One of our primary objectives is to ensure the protection of our native wildlife.

Genesis Laboratories has also established the Richland Foundation/Invasive Species Management (ISM), a 501(c)3 non-profit, established to combat the effects of invasive species. Our experience in vertebrate pest management and our strong work ethic have been combined for the conservation of sensitive ecosystems and animals. Additionally, we use our expertise to assist developing countries in environmental management, disease control, and agriculture development.

SERVICES

Zoonotic and Vector Borne Disease

Analytical Chemisry

Avian Toxicology

Wildlife Managment

Product Development

Zoonotic and Vector Borne Disease

ZOONOTIC AND VECTOR-BORNE DISEASE RESEARCH
Genesis Laboratories has over two decades of experience working with zoonotic and vector borne disease surveillance and control. Our highly trained and diverse staff of rodent and insect specialists has developed innovative solutions for the management of plague, leptospirosis, Lassa fever , leishmaniasis, malaria, and Lyme disease. Genesis Laboratories has worked with organizations such as the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the Department of Defense, and the Centers for Disease Control to develop novel vector control products. We have provided onsite disease vector management program development for local communities and readily provide disease management education. Genesis Laboratories houses a BSL-2 insectary with colonies of arthropods of public health interest. In addition, Genesis Laboratories maintains a BSL-2 molecular laboratory with capabilities for parasite detection and vector blood meal analysis.

Analytical Chemisry

ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
Our Analytical Chemistry Laboratory conducts it work under Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) Guidelines as required by USEPA, Directory 98, and OECD. Our Analytical Chemistry Lab has extensive experience in analytical method development and validation for a wide array of compounds, including anticoagulants, antibiotics, organic and inorganic pesticides, herbicides and fungicides in complex matrices such as end-products, biological fluids, tissues, plants, etc. Our services include: Pesticide screens for water, feeds, and soils Evaluation of purity and strength for active ingredients Chemistry Department has nearly 100 validated methods on a list Major analytical methods: HPLC/ UV, fluorescence detection IC/ conductivity Wet chemistry analysis Physicochemical analysis Product Chemistry: Preliminary Analysis Color Physical State Odor Stability to Normal and Elevated Temperature, Metals, and Metal Ions Oxidation/Reduction: Chemical Incompatibility Storage Stability Corrosion Characteristics pH Melting Point/ Range Boiling Point/Range Density/ Relative Density/Bulk Density Partition Coefficient (n-Octanol/Water) Water Solubility

Avian Toxicology At Genesis, we offer unsurpassed expertise in avian research. Our staff has studied over 200 species worldwide ranging from waterfowl to passerines, in a variety of diverse habitats. Our services have ranged from research on endangered species from various regions of the world to management plans for nuisance birds, such as Quelia damaging needed food crops in the Sahel of Africa. The goal of our research is to assist sponsors in achieving their objectives related to information on the biology and natural history of certain species, to the control of overabundant introduced species, such as the European starling. Whatever the requirement of the research, OECD, EPA, or conservation agencies, we have the expertise to assist with both domestic and foreign projects. We offer our experience in secondary toxicological and repellency studies as well as population modeling and risk assessment for the conservation and protection of endangered and threatened species that may be affected by products being added to the environment. Consider our track record, reputation, quick reporting time, and development of solutions to problems that potentially impact endangered or endemic bird species. At Genesis we are not only specialists in avian studies, but are noted for development of management strategies and solutions to protect the environment.Avian Research - Laboratory ToxicologyEvaluation of pesticides and biopesticides: Limit testing: songbirds, bobwhite quail, mallards LD50 testing: songbirds, bobwhite quail, mallards LC50 testing: songbirds, bobwhite quail, mallards Reproduction testing: bobwhite quail, mallards Avian Research - Field Repellency testing: – songbirds, upland game and waterfowl Secondary hazard testing Population studies Pen studies evaluating pesticide hazard

AVIAN TOXICOLOGY

Wildlife Managment

WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT
Our scientists have developed their expertise in over 60 countries and Genesis maintains offices in Colorado, India, and other regions throughout the world. Genesis has the experience and knowledge to assist in developing and implementing natural resource management plans. Wildlife populations often become out of control and produce large numbers that, without management, can decimate a species and impact the entire ecosystem in which they dwell. Genesis has worked in an array of ecosystems researching and developing management plans for species such as the African elephant, nutria in U.S. coastal states, and ground squirrel reservoirs of plague in the western U.S. ENDANGERED SPECIES Genesis staff have worked with numerous threatened and endangered species, such as the spotted bat, the black-footed ferret, and the Key Largo woodrat. Our knowledge of wildlife biology, census techniques, and radio-telemetry has led to solutions for problems around the globe. We, at Genesis, have the professional capabilities to reduce overpopulation when necessary, and develop sound ecological information on rare species. INVASIVE SPECIES Globally, our planet is plagued by invasive species. Since the beginning of the short history of the U.S., invasive species such as Norway rats, roof rats, and house mice journeyed with early European settlers to inhabit vacant niches and exploit human food resources. At Genesis, we have over 30 years of product development and research experience in finding effective and low risk methods of rodent control. This has led to the EPA approval of over 50 rodent control products in the U.S. currently available to consumers.Our innovative thinking and problem solving ability have led to research into novel methods of control of invasive species such as nutria and feral hogs. Nutria have exploited coastal marsh habitats in the south U.S. to the point of ousting native species, destroying marsh habitat, and spreading disease. Feral hogs are an increasing problem, destroying endangered species habitat and, as the USDA fears, posing a serious threat to the commercial hog production in the U.S. via the potential spread of disease. Genesis has developed baits to help control these destructive invasive species.

Product Development

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Our goal at Genesis is not only to research problems, but to develop solutions. We take whatever the problem at hand, develop research protocols, discern possible solutions, and develop a product to help solve the problem. Just a few examples of Genesis solutions include: Rodent-Targeted Insecticidal Bait for Plague ControlPlague has proven to be a problem in the western U.S., and many parts of the world. This flea-borne disease has been responsible for killing millions of humans over the centuries. Traditional rodent control has involved blending baits with toxic chemicals to kill the rodent in question. However, killing the rodent frees up the fleas to find a new host, and potentially spread the plague bacteria. In 1999 Genesis scientists embarked on screening scores of compounds that might serve as a control agent when incorporated into rodent baits, to not only kill the rat or mouse, but also the fleas they host. Some insecticides are absorbed into the blood, are systemic in nature, and are able to kill blood-sucking parasites such as fleas. Hundreds of experiments in the lab and field have resulted in products that can take care of the problem. Solutions provided! Feed-Through Control of Sand FliesThousands of people die every year from visceral leishmaniasis, or black fever. When presented the challenge, Genesis scientists began looking for solutions for the control of the vector, a tiny insect known as a sand fly. These insects are attracted to domestic animals such as cows, goats, and dogs. In many part of the world, dogs are the primary host of the parasite. In India, the problem is quite unique. Humans are considered the primary host of the disease. However, the rural poor own livestock and often take the animals into the home at night. The female sand flies search out blood in order to lay eggs. Often attracted to cattle and goats, sand flies living in homes and in nearby breeding areas bite humans thus transmitting the disease. Efforts are underway to develop systemic products for livestock that will kill hundreds of thousands of sand flies that feed on livestock blood. The goal is to reduce the number of cases of black fever by knocking down the population of the vector, the sand fly. Since the average income of many of the households in the state of Bihar, India is only $400, Genesis is developing products that can be afforded by the rural poor.

PUBLICATIONS

STAFF PUBLICATIONS
Bold Indicates Current and/or Previous Genesis Staff Members Ingenloff, K., R. Garlapati, D. Poché, I. Singh, J. Remmers and R.M. Poché. 2011. Larval and adult sand fly bioassays to determine efficacy of candidate compounds. J. Med. And Vet. Entomolgy, in press. Poché, D.M., R. Garlapati, K. Ingenloff, J. Remmers, and R.M. Poché. 2011. Bionomics of phlebotomine sand flies from three villages in Bihar, India. J. Vector Ecology, in press. Borchert, J.N., M. D. Salman, R.M. Poché, T. J. Keefe. 2010. Rodent Baits Containing Five Different Insecticides to Systemically Control the Fleas of Rodents: Findings from Laboratory Experiments, J. Med. Entomology, In press. Rood, M. and R.M. Poché. 2010. Effect of a Feed-Through Insecticide (Imidacloprid) on the Flea Index of a Norway Rat (Rattus norvegicus) Focus in Los Angeles, California. Proceedings 24th Vertebrate Pet Conference. Sacramento, Ca. In press. Davis, N., R.M. Poché, and D. Campbell. 2010. Development of a feral hog toxicant. Proceedings 24th Vertebrate Pest Conference. In press. Borchert, J.N., R.D. Davis, and R.M. Poché. 2009. Field efficacy of rodent bait containing the systemic insecticide imidacloprid against the fleas of California ground squirrels. J. Vector Ecology, 34(1): 92-98. Poché, R.M., J.N. Borchert, and J. Bruenning. 2008. Efficacy of a systemic insecticide against fleas on Wyoming ground squirrels (Spermophilus elegans) and prairie dogs (Cynomys ludovicianus). International Plague Symposium. Ft. Collins, Co. USA Davis, R.M., J.N. Borchert, R.M. Poché, and J. J. Bruening. 2008. Decreasing the risks of plague to wildlife and humans using easily applied ground squirrel baits. International Plague Symposium. Ft. Collins, Co. USA. Poché, R. 2008. Rodenticide misconceptions: warfarin resistance, time until death, single-feed claims, and rodent ectoparasites and rodenticides. Proceedings 23rd Vert. Pest Conf. San Diego, Ca. Dolan, M.C., N.C. Ziedner, E. Gabitzsch, G. Dietrich, J.N. Borchert, R.M. Poche, and J. Piezman. 2008. Short report: A doxycycline hyclate rodent bait formulations for prophylaxis and treatment of tick-transmitted Borellia burgdorferi. Am. J. Trop. Hyg. & Med. 78(5):803-805. Whitmer, G.W., M. Pipas, T. Linder. 2006. An Investigation of Animal Use of Black Tailed Prairie Dog Burrows. In Proceedings: 22th Vertebrate Pest Conference. In Press. University of California, Davis. Choudhurya, Amitava; Polyakova, Larisa A.; Hartenbach, Ingo; Schleid, Thomas; Dorhout, Peter K, 2006. "Synthesis, structures, and properties of layered quaternary chalcogenides of the general formula ALnEQ4 (A = K, Rb; Ln = Ce, Pr, Eu; E = Si, Ge; Q = S, Se) ". Zeitschrift fuer Anorganische und Allgemeine Chemie, 632(15), 2395-2401. Martin, Benjamin R.; Polyakova, Larisa A.; Dorhout, Peter K , 2006. "Synthesis and characterization of a family of two related quaternary selenides: Na8Eu2(Si2Se6)2 and Na9Sm(Ge2Se6)2 Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 408-412 490-495. Publisher: Elsevier B.V Poché, R.M., J.N. Borchert. 2005. Development of Rodent Control Programs in Sierra Leone Refugee Camps to Decrease Lassa Fever Risk. Abstract, Platform presentation. 60th International Conference on Diseases in Nature Communicable to Man. Knaust, J. M.; Polyakova, L. A.; Dorhout, P. K. 2005. Crystal structures of octasodium dieuropium(II) bis[hexatellurodisilicate], Na8Eu2[Si2Te6]2, octasodium dieuropium(II) bis [hexaselenodigermanate], Na8Eu2[Ge2Se6]2, and nonasodium samarium(III) bis[hexaselenodisilicate], Na9Sm[Si2Se6]2. Zeitschrift fuer Kristallographie - New Crystal Structures, 220(3), 295-297. Gray, A. K.; Knaust, J. M.; Chan, B. C.; Polyakova, L.A.; Dorhout, P. K. 2005. "Crystal structure of potassium ytterbium(III) tetrathiosilicate, KYbSiS4." Zeitschrift fuer Kristallographie - New Crystal Structures, 220(3), 293. Baroch, J.A. 2004. Historical Perspectives and Current Ecological Impacts of Nutria in Louisana. 2nd National Rodent Summit, National Wildlife Research Center/USDA. Abstract. Platform presentation at conference. Borchert, J.N. 2004. Flea Control on Wild Rodents. 2nd National Rodent Summit, National Wildlife Research Center/USDA. Abstract. Platform presentation at conference. Baroch, J. 2004. Warfarin: A Forgotten Weapon? Pest Control Technology. August Issue. Borchert, J.N. 2004. The Epizoology and Response to the Bioweapon Use of the Plague Organism, Yersinia pestis, in Commensal Rodents. In Proceedings: 21th Vertebrate Pest Conference. R.M. Timm and W.P. Gorenzel eds. University of California, Davis. Platform presentation at conference. Mach, J.J. 2004. Investigations of Commensal Rodenticide Baits Against Wild Norway Rats plus Additional Toxicology Data of Warfarin on Laboratory Rats and House Mice. In Proceedings: 21th Vertebrate Pest Conference. R.M. Timm and W.P. Gorenzel eds. University of California, Davis. Platform presentation at conference. Baroch, J.A., D.A. Plume. 2004. BLM White-tailed Prairie Dog Population Survey and Habitat Evaluation in Western Wyoming. In Recovery of the Black-Footed Ferret: Progress and Continuing Challenges. Proceedings of the Symposium on the Status of the Black-Footed Ferret and Its Habitat. USGS. Borchert, J.N., J.J. Mach. 2004. Can the Systemic Insecticide Nitenpyram be Used for Flea Control on Black-tailed Prairie Dogs? In Recovery of the Black-Footed Ferret: Progress and Continuing Challenges. Proceedings of the Symposium on the Status of the Black-Footed Ferret and Its Habitat. USGS. VerCauteren, K.C., J.A. Shivik, T.J. Linder, M.J. Lavelle. In Press. Efficacy of an Animal Activated Frightening Device on Urban Elk and Mule Deer. Wildlife Society Bulletin. Baroch, J.A. 2003. A New Application of an Old Wildlife Management Tool: Louisiana's Nutria Incentive Program. Poster. 10th Wildlife Damage Management Conference, Hot Springs, AK. Borchert, J.N., K.L. March, J.J. Mach, J.A. Baroch, R.M. Poché. 2003. Establishing Rodent and Breeding Colonies for Zoonotic Disease Study Using the NIH SBIR Program. 58th International Conference on Diseases in Nature Communicable to Man. Abstract. Platform presentation at conference. Polyakova, L.A. Knaust, J.M., Martin, B.M., Dorhout, P.K. 2003. Synsethis and Characterization of New Quaternary Rare-Earth Selenides. Colorado State University Colloquium, Series: Material Science. Poster. Baroch, J. A., and M. Hafner. 2002. Chapter 1. Biology and Natural History of the Nutria with Special Reference to Nutria in Louisiana. Pp. 3-89. In Nutria in Louisiana. Genesis Laboratories, Inc. Technical Report prepared for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. 160 pp. Borchert, J.N., K.L. March. 2002. Field Testing Rodenticides Under 40 CFR 160 for FIFRA Registrations. Poster. 18th Society of Quality Assurance Annual Meeting. Borchert, J.N. 2002. Current Control Strategies to Combat Lyme Disease in the North-Central and Eastern U.S. In Proceedings: 20th Vertebrate Pest Conference. R.M. Timm and R.H. Schmidt eds. University of California, Davis. Platform presentation at conference. Mach, J. J., S. E. Hygnstrom, R. M. Poché. 2002. Laboratory efficacy study with six concentrations of warfarin bait for controlling black-tailed prairie dogs. International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation 49:157-162. Mach, J. J. 2002. Nutria Control in Louisiana. In Proceedings: 20th Vertebrate Pest Conference. R.M. Timm and R.H. Schmidt eds. University of California, Davis. Platform presentation at conference. Mach, J. J., S. R. Mortensen, J. L. Mattsson, and L. G. McFadden. 2002. Avian Reproduction Study: Effect of Brooder Density on Body Weight. Poster. Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry. Mach, J. J. and R. M. Poche. 2002. Nutria Control in Louisiana. In Nutria (Myocastor coypus) in Louisiana. Pp. 111-156. Technical Report prepared for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. 160 pp. Poché, R.M. 2002. Field Tests of a Warfarin Gel for Moles. In Proceedings: 20th Vertebrate Pest Conference. R.M. Timm and R.H. Schmidt eds. University of California, Davis. Platform presentation at conference. Poché, R.M. and J.J Mach. 2000. Wildlife Primary and Secondary Toxicity Studies With Warfarin. In Pesticides and Wildlife. ACS Series 771, J. Johnston ed. Pp 181-196. Poché, R.M. 2000. Current Effective Rodent Control Methods. 55th Annual International Northwestern Conference on Diseases of Nature Communicable to Man. Platform presentation at conference. Borchert, J. 1999. A Comparison of the U.S. FIFRA GLP Standards with the Japan MAFF GLP Standards. Quality Assurance, Good Practice, Regulation and Law. 7(3): 155-161. Poché, R.M., D.L. Fischer, P.A. Toll. 1998. Use of Radiotelemetry to Monitor Survival of Songbirds Exposed to an Insecticide on Golf Courses. In Radiotelemetry Applications for Wildlife Toxicology Field Studies. SETAC Press. Pensacola, FL. Baroch, J. A. 1998. An overview of recent ground squirrel bait registration research supported by the California Bait Surcharge Program. In Proceedings: 18th Vertebrate Pest Conference. (Baker and Crabb eds.). Platform presentation at conference. Mach, J. J. 1998. Laboratory Efficacy Study With a Warfarin Bait to Control the Black-tailed Prairie Dogs. In Proceedings: 18th Vertebrate Pest Conference. (Baker and Crabb eds.). Pp. 184-190. Platform presentation at conference. Poché, R. M. 1998. Development of a New Bird Repellent: Flight Control. In Proceedings: 18th Vertebrate Pest Conference. (Baker and Crabb eds.). Pp. 338-344. Platform presentation at conference. Reichert, P. P. Devers, and R. Poché. 1998. Field Test With AQ-9,10 to Control Canada Geese in Colorado. In Proceedings: 18th Vertebrate Pest Conference. (Baker and Crabb eds.). Pp. 345-349. Platform presentation at conference. Poché, R. M. 1998. Recent Studies With Norway Rats. In Proceedings: 18th Vertebrate Pest Conference. (Baker and Crabb eds.). Pp. 254-261. Baroch, J.A. 1997. Secondary Hazard Study Using Chlorophacinone-Killed Laboratory Rats Fed to Black-billed Magpies (Pica pica) Poster. Presented at Wildlife Society Conference, Snowmass, CO. Mach, J. J. and E. Rodriguez. 1997. Repellent Efficacy of Anthraquinone 9,10 on the Red-winged Blackbird. Presented at: Control of rufous-capped blackbirds in rice fields on the plains of Mercosul, Pelotas, Brazil. Poché, R. M. 1997. Mole Census Techniques. 13th Great Plains Wildlife Damage Control Workshop Proceedings. pp. 114-116. Poché, R. M. 1992. How GLP Provisions Influence Costs of Rodenticide field evaluations. In Proceedings: 15th Vertebrate Pest Conference. (Borrecco and Marsh eds.). pp. 245-248. Fisher, D.D., Timm, R., Poché, R.M. and S.E. Hygnstrom. 1991. Laboratory study on Bromadiolone: effectiveness on prairie dogs and secondary hazards to domestic ferrets. In 10th Great Plains Wildlife Damage Control Workshop Proceedings. Pp. 70-72. Lechevin, J. C. and R. M. Poché. 1988 Activity of LM-2219 (Difethialone), a new anticoagulant rodenticide in commercial rodents. In Proceedings: 13th Vertebrate Pest Conference. (Crabb and Marsh eds.). pp. 59-63. Poché, R.M., Evans, S.J., Sultana, P., Hague, M.E., Sterner, R., and M.A. Siddique. 1987. Notes on the golden jackal (Canis aureus) in Bangladesh. Mammalia, 51(2):259-270 Baroch, J. and R.M. Poché. 1986. Preliminary field evaluation of a new formulation of Rozol (Chlorophacinone) bait against pocket gophers in Colorado. Seventh Great Plains Wildlife Damage Control Workshop. Pp. 138-144. Poché, R.M. 1986. Status of Bromadiolone in the United States. In Proceedings of the 12th Vertebrate Pest Conference. Pp. 6-15. Platform presentation at conference. Poché, R.M. and M.Y. Mian. 1986. Effectiveness of four rodenticides in deepwater rice. Zeitschrift Ang. Zool. pp 37-48 Poché, R.M. and M.Y. Mian. 1985. Comparison of two methods for monitoring population indices of small mammals on seasonal islands in Bangladesh. Acta Theologica, 30(8):161-165. Poché, R.M. and R.D. Sharp. 1985. Vole control in the Eastern United States. In Proceedings of the Second Eastern Wildlife Damage Conference. Pp. 138-144. Poché, R.M. 1979. Notes on the big free-tailed bat (Tandaria macrotis) from Southwest Utah. Mammalia, 43(1):125-126. Poché, R.M., Hague, M.E., Mian, M.Y., and Sultana, P. 1982. Rodent damage and burrowing characteristics in Bangladesh wheat fields. Journal of Wildlife Management, 46(1):139-147. Poché, R.M. 1982. Nesokia indica from Bangladesh. Mammalia 46:547-549. Poché, R.M. 1981. Ecology of the Spotted Bat (Euderma maculatum) in Southwest Utah. Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Publication No. 81-1. Poché, R.M. and V.Leffler. 1980. Preliminary analysis of rodent problems in Dacca and Comilla. ADAB News. 7:20-22. Poché, R.M., Hague, M.E. and M.K. Karim. 1980. Bird damage control in sprouting wheat. Bangladesh Journal of Agriculture Research, 5(2):41-46. Poché, R.M. 1980. Range extension of Rattus exulans in South Asia. Mammalia, 44(2):272. Poché, R.M. 1980. Rats in deepwater rice. ADAB News. 8:19-22. Baroch, J. A. and D. Lewis. 1979. Rodent Pest Control in Niger. A summary of two years of field research into the biology and control of agricultural rodent pests in Niger, West Africa, with recommendations for improved extension programs. 77 pp. (French). Poché, R.M., Sultana, P., Mian, M.Y., and M.E. Hague. 1979. Studies with zinc phosphide on Bandicota bengalensis and Rattus rattus in Bangladesh. Bangladesh Journal of Zoology, 7(2):117-123. In addition to the listed publications approximately 130 reports have been written as Confidential Business Information (CBI) for various data submissions to support label claims for EPA, OECD and FDA registrations. These reports included work for approximately 20 major international companies.

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Over the past 22 years our staff has caputed some amazing images from all over the world, so we have created this gallery to showcase some of the places and people we have encountered. Even though our business is bugs and wildlife, our main goal is helping others. We find that in each country the kiddos are facinated by the camera and always in front of it. Our owner Richard Poche has learned to shoot from the hip without their knowledge- some of our favorite candid shots! We hope that you enjoy the picutes as much as we do.

GLOBAL EXPERIENCE

INDIA

INDIA PROJECTS
Control of Visceral Leishmaniasis in Bihar, India:Considered a neglected disease, visceral leishmaniasis (also known as kala-azar or black fever) annually kills thousands of people from eastern Africa through India, Bangladesh, and Nepal. Of the 500,000 new cases each year globally, over 90% of occur in northeastern India. Through a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Genesis is working to control the local sand fly vector in India, Phlebotomus argentipes. With experience in product development and the use of systemic insecticides and insect growth regulators (IGRs), the Genesis team is developing low cost products that can be used by farmers in the Bihar state where the average annual income is only $400. These products will control sand fly vectors, breaking the cycle of disease transmission, in turn alleviating local disease burden.

AFRICA

AFRICA PROJECTS
National Park Management in Niger, Benin, and Burkina Fasso: Through international cooperation between three countries, this large-scale project’'s aim was to combat poaching, develop a national parks management plan for a reserve that overlapped these countries, compile a list of wildlife species common to the park (including small mammals, bats, birds, and large ungulates), develop a wildlife monitoring system, develop a plan to increase tourism revenue, train local populations in park management, and secure funding for equipment such as vehicles and wildlife management supplies. Reforestation in Niger, Senegal, and Burkina Fasso: This USAID-funded program, which was coordinated by individual Forest and Waters agencies, involved the development of village tree nurseries primarily for the production of neem trees. Firewood and construction timber is in shortage in much of the Sahel of Africa. Neem trees grow rapidly and regenerate after cutting, making them an ideal source of wood for these purposes. Developing Sustainable Output Strategies for Agriculture in Niger and Benin: By working with Peace Corps volunteers focused on agriculture, this project initiated steps to increase local farm yield of millet and control pests and experimented with new varieties of crops being developed by research stations. Vertebrate Pest Control in Niger, Nigeria, Egypt, and Sudan: Through surveys of wildlife-related problems in agriculture, this project quantified the problems and formulated recommendations for mitigation of crop damage. Findings showed that Nile rats were damaging crops in fields and birds were damaging cereal crops such as millet and sorghum. Control of rodents was conducted through introduced methods and safe, chemically treated baits. Bird control was examined through use of repellents and frightening devices. Development of Tsetse Fly Management Strategies in Niger and Benin: In cooperation with the German Government, tsetse fly distributional maps were developed and species composition surveys were conducted. Through this project it was discovered that native water buffalo and antelopes can tolerate the tsetse fly whereas, livestock cannot. This project demonstrated that the flies serve as a barrier preventing livestock from overtaking rangelands within National Parks. Development and Implementation of Aquaculture Programs in Niger: In conjunction with the Department of Forests and Waters, this project involved pond culture of tilapia and river fisheries research. Villagers along the Niger River were trained in methods of fish farming including construction of ponds, diversion of Niger River waters for filling, fish culture techniques, harvest methods, and marketing strategies. Training Extension Agents in Farming and Crop Storage in Niger: Through this project, Genesis trained agricultural technicians in various aspects of agriculture. By assessing farmer needs, Genesis communicated various aspects of crop science, methods of farming, use of approved pesticides, and product marketing. Large Game, Bird, and Mammal Research in Niger, Benin, and Burkina Fasso: This Smithsonian-funded project involved collection of mammal and bird specimens for verification of species ranges in a relatively unknown area of West Africa. Following completion of the project, specimens were prepared and submitted to the Smithsonian museum collection for further scientific research. Agricultural Pest Management in Niger, Benin, Egypt, Sudan, Kenya, and Chad: By discerning critical pest problems in agriculture, Genesis worked to protect harvested crops from damage. The focus of this project was rodent and bird control damage to field crops and stored commodities. Methods of pest control were taught to local farmers, along with the use of natural control measures using products from neem trees. Field tests were conducted to discern the most effective and affordable control products. Range Management in Niger and Burkina Fasso: Volunteers were recruited, trained, and assigned to five areas of Niger and Burkina Fasso to assess current range conditions and grazing patterns, and to formulate management plans to protect existing pastures and maximize production of livestock. Apiculture in Niger:Through this project, a system of developing village-level apiculture was established. Interested local populations were trained in the basics in establishing beehives and management of the hives, marketing of the honey, and pest control. Potable Water Well Construction in Niger: Hand augers we used to drill wells in many smaller villages throughout southern Niger. Materials and supplies were obtained from numerous donor agencies, and villagers assisted with the construction of the wells. Large-Scale Rodent Control in Sahel, Niger, and Chad: Performed for a major chemical company, rodent damage surveys were conducted and the species of concern was identified. A variety of methods for control were tested, modified, and communicated to locals in attempt to curtail rodent damage in fields and stored grain. Methods were effective and damage reduced significantly. Vertebrate Pest Research in Egypt: A nation-wide survey of rodent and bird problems impacting agriculture was conducted in Egypt. The species involved were identified and appropriate control measures implemented to reduce crop loss. Local agricultural-extension agents were trained in the use of rodent control baits and bird repellents.

ASIA-INDONESIA

ASIA PROJECTS
Anti-Plague Program in China: In the Herbei province of southern China, Genesis conducted extensive surveys of rodent activity. Surveys were followed by application of baits in cities where severe rodent infestations were identified. This project involved the training of 1200 field technicians in rodent monitoring, safe use of rodenticides, and control maintenance efforts. Plague Surveillance and Rodent Control Measures in Rangoon, Burma: Rodent trapping and flea collections were performed over an extended period of time in this region. This project was conducted in collaboration with the World Health Organization, and areas with known plague were provided with rodenticide baits and insecticides. Approximately 60 local technicians were trained during this project.INDONESIA PROJECTRodent Infestation Research in Indonesia: Extensive research was conducted on rodent problems on the island of Sumatra during the dry season. Rodent infestations of rice resulted in substantial damage to crops. A team from Genesis Labs quantified the amount of damage and implemented appropriate control measures.

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U.S. Department of Defense, Deployed Warfighters Protection Program (2010-2011)

Combined systemic and feed-through control of adult and larval sand flies: studies using fat sand rats (Psammomys obesus) and jirds (Meriones spp).

U.S. Department of Defense, Deployed Warfighters Protection Program (2008)

Combined systemic and feed-through control of adult and larval sand flies using host-targeted insecticide: laboratory and field studies

Turn the Corner Foundation (2007)

Decreasing the risk of Lyme disease by using an extruded

rodent bait containing doxycycline.

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Gates

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Project in India (2009-2011)

Leishmaniasis, also called black fever or kala-azar is the second most prevalent vector-borne disease in the world, surpassed only by malaria. Vector-borne diseases carried by animals - most often an insect that feeds on blood and delivers a parasite or virus during its blood meal. There are three types leishmaniasis caused by a number of parasite species within the genus Leishmania. The most dangerous type is visceral leishmaniasis which attacks the organs and without an extended period of treatment is almost always fatal. Although leishmaniasis is found in 62 countries including the United States. India has more cases and higher mortalities due to visceral leishmaniasis than any country in the world.

Genesis Laboratories has received a Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation grant to conduct research on potential reservoir

hosts of leishmaniasis with the objective of developing methods to prevent the disease rather than cure it. Our work in India is located in the Bihar Province, the state where most of the cases occur, and we have come up with some exciting, new ideas.

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US Fish Nutria National

US Fish & Wildlife Service (2008)

Develop standard protocols for conducting, monitoring, and evaluating the reintroduction of Key Largo Woodrats.

Louisiana Department of Natural Resources

Conduct a comprehensive review of published and unpublished data related to all appropriate population control methods and analyze their applicability to controlling nutria in Louisiana: A Nutria management plan.

National Fish & Wildlife Foundation (2007)

Small mammal inventory of Horn Island

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U.S. Department of Agriculture, Small Business Innovation Research Grant (2004)

A novel rodent bait to reduce Lyme disease risks

U.S. Department of Agriculture, Small Business Innovation Research Grant (2005)

A novel bait to control Nutria, Phase I.

U.S. Department of Agriculture, Small Business Innovation Research Grant (2006)

A novel bait to control Nutria, Phase II.

U.S. Department of Agriculture, Small Business Innovation Research Grant (2008)

Development of a novel hog toxicant, Phase I.

National Insitute of Health, Center for Disease Control & Small Business Innovation Research Grant (2003)

Flea control on rodents using systemic insecticides, Phase I.

National Insitute of Health, Center for Disease Control & Small Business Innovation Research Grant (2004)

Flea control on rodents using systemic insecticides, Phase II.

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