WP3-Vector Control Applications
WP3-Vector Control Applications
Lead: IMPERIAL (Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine)
WP3-Vector Control Applications
Lead: IMPERIAL (Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine)
Dr Federica Bernardini. Send Email
This work package develops and tests innovative vector control tools based on the biological discoveries of WP1 and WP2 to maximize their impact on mosquito-borne disease control. Our aim is to explore different approaches such as acoustic lures, mating disruptors, or genetic control technologies (e.g., gene drives or sterile insect techniques) to target mosquito mating in natural mosquito populations. Exchanges across European and African partners will ensure field relevance and community acceptability.
Credit: Watson Ntabaliba
Credit: Watson Ntabaliba
Dr Federica Bernardini. Send Email
This work package develops and tests innovative vector control tools based on the biological discoveries of WP1 and WP2 to maximize their impact on mosquito-borne disease control. Our aim is to explore different approaches such as acoustic lures, mating disruptors, or genetic control technologies (e.g., gene drives or sterile insect techniques) to target mosquito mating in natural mosquito populations. Exchanges across European and African partners will ensure field relevance and community acceptability.
Tasks
- Design of acoustic trapping systems.
- Development of hit compounds with potential to interfere with mosquito mating behaviour.
- Generation of gene drive systems targeting mosquito mating.
Expected output
Proof-of-concept tools ready for real-world validation, enabling novel, scalable, and locally adapted mosquito control strategies.