ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SAFETY (EHS CONSULTANCY) LTD: Support for experts tackling Aedes-borne arboviruses and applying endosymbionts in vector control at the 3rd Global Congress on Genetic Biocontrol Technologies

The African Genetic Biocontrol Consortium in Collaboration with the National Biosafety Authority in Zambia will host the 3rd Global Congress on New and Emerging Genetic Biocontrol Technologies in Lusaka, Zambia, March 15-18, 2027. Experts will share knowledge on innovative strategies for genetic and biological vector control, under the theme “Advancements in Engineered Modification Strategies for Vector Control”. This proposal requests support from the Wellcome Trust to facilitate essential discussions and encourage wide-ranging involvement at the forthcoming Congress on Advancements in Engineered Modification Strategies for Vector Control, focusing on Aedes mosquitoes. The Congress will serve as a distinguished forum to promote scientific advancement and collaborative initiatives in two key areas: (1) Genetic modification (GM)-based methods for Aedes vector control, and (2) endosymbiont-based strategies, including the application of Wolbachia to prevent diseases transmission by Aedes mosquitoes. By highlighting both technological advances and implementation challenges, we hope to accelerate responsible adoption of these strategies in affected regions.

Programme: Discretionary Award

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