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Australian Scientists Develop Genetically Modified Mosquitoes with Toxic Semen to Fight Diseases

Credited from: SCMP

  • Australian researchers have developed a new method to combat tropical diseases using genetically engineered mosquitoes.
  • The approach, known as the “toxic male technique,” involves breeding mosquitoes that have venomous proteins in their semen, which eliminate female mosquitoes after mating.
  • Female mosquitoes are the primary vectors for diseases such as malaria and dengue fever, making them the target of this innovative strategy.
  • This research demonstrates that the technique could be effective without harming beneficial species, offering a sustainable solution to pest control.
  • Further trials are needed in mosquitoes to ensure safety, with researchers looking into conditional expression techniques for genetic modification.

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