22/01/2025
Why fear the buzz when we can use it to save lives? ๐ฆ๐ฌ
With genetically modified mosquitoes, weโre turning the tide in the fight against diseases like malaria and dengue. ๐ฆ๐
Science meets innovation to protect lives and ecosystems. Letโs bio-engineer a healthier future!. Proof that biology + technology = life-saving innovation! ๐๐
GROUP 3:
AUSTRIA
FRANCIA
GALLARDO
For more information, check out our references:
Baylis, F., Dellaire, G., Getz, L. J., & Kofler, N. (2019). Genetically modifying mosquitoes to control the spread of disease carries unknown risks. The Conversation. https://theconversation.com/genetically-modifying-mosquitoes-to-control-the-spread-of-disease-carries-unknown-risks-123862
Bawa, A. S., & Anilakumar, K. R. (2013). Genetically modified foods: safety, risks and public concerns-a review. Journal of food science and technology, 50(6), 1035โ1046. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13197-012-0899-1
Resnik, D. B. (2012). Ethical issues in field trials of genetically modified DiseaseโResistant mosquitoes. Developing World Bioethics, 14(1), 37โ46. https://doi.org/10.1111/dewb.12011
Schairer, C. E., Najera, J., James, A. A., Akbari, O. S., & Bloss, C. S. (2021). Oxitec and MosquitoMate in the United States: lessons for the future of gene drive mosquito control. Pathogens and Global Health, 115(6), 365โ376. https://doi.org/10.1080/20477724.2021.1919378