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UC researchers pioneer more effective method of blocking malaria transmission in mosquitoes

UC researchers pioneer more effective method of blocking malaria transmission in mosquitoes
New CRISPR-based gene drive approach successfully overcomes issue of resistance in females
November 3, 2020
On a mission to mitigate malaria

On a mission to mitigate malaria
UCI epidemiologist helps eliminate the disease in global hot spots by breaking down barriers to healthcare
January 13, 2020
Todd Holmes receives UCI’s first Maximizing Investigators’ Research Award from the NIH

Todd Holmes receives UCI’s first Maximizing Investigators’ Research Award from the NIH
April 10, 2018
UCI establishes Malaria Initiative to fight deadly disease in Africa

UCI establishes Malaria Initiative to fight deadly disease in Africa
Acclaimed vector biologist Anthony James will lead multi-campus effort
May 8, 2017
UCI’s James, Mark join panels at prestigious Aspen Ideas Fest

UCI’s James, Mark join panels at prestigious Aspen Ideas Fest
June 28, 2016
Stopping malaria … one mosquito at a time

Stopping malaria … one mosquito at a time
UCI vector biologist Anthony James and colleagues have developed a genetically modified insect model blocking transmission of the disease – and it may also work on Zika
March 15, 2016
University of California scientists create malaria-blocking mosquitoes

University of California scientists create malaria-blocking mosquitoes
New insect model may help eradicate disease that sickens millions annually
November 23, 2015