Update: Deployment of Innovative Genetic Vector Control Strategies including an update on the MosqGuide Project
C.J. Beech1, M.M. Quinlan2, M.L. Capurro3, L.S. Alphey1,4, J.D. Mumford2*
1Oxitec Ltd, 71 Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxford, OX14 4RX, UK;
2Centre for Environmental Policy, Imperial College London, Silwood Park, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 7PY, UK;
3Universidade de São Paulo, Departamento de Parasitologia, Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas, Av.Prof Lineu Prestes, 1374, Butantan, São Paulo 05508-900, Brazil;
4Department of Zoology, University of Oxford, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PS, UK.
*Author for Correspondence.
J Mumford,
Centre for Environmental Policy,
Imperial College London,
Silwood Park, Ascot, Berkshire,
SL5 7PY, UK.
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Abstract.
This short note gives an update on the deployment of innovative genetic vector control strategies since the publication of the original paper in 2009. Rapid progress is being made in field activities with genetically modified Aedes aegypti that express a self-limiting trait. The process by which countries make decisions on risk assessment and management for these GM mosquitoes within their national frameworks is developing. National approvals are essential prerequisites to such field releases. This note also briefly updates on the activities of other initiatives described in the original paper, including the MosqGuide project. Original papers were published in Asia Pacific Journal of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (2009) 17(3) 75-85 and 93-95.
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