Self destructing Varroa Mites?

Close up view of a Varroa Mite

UK scientists have applied a Nobel Prize winning theory called "RNA interference" which controls the flow of genetic information to attack the mites on a genetic level. They plan on targetting a specific gene which would force the varroa mites to self-destruct.

This treatment would be introduced to the hive by feed. So you would be able to put this in a pollen patty and the bees will deliver it to their young (where the majority of the varroa reside).

Read the article for yourself:

UK Guardian: Genetic breakthrough in fight against honeybee killer