Genetically modified mosquitoes released in the US: How they can prevent disease outbreaks
Genetically modified mosquitoes have been released in Florida to combat the spread of mosquito-borne diseases like dengue and Zika. These mosquitoes are designed to reduce the population of disease-carrying females by introducing a gene that kills female offspring early while allowing males to survive. The strategy shows promise in significantly decreasing mosquito populations and disease transmission.
Genetically modified mosquitoes have been released in Florida to combat the spread of mosquito-borne diseases like dengue and Zika. These mosquitoes are designed to reduce the population of disease-carrying females by introducing a gene that kills female offspring early while allowing males to survive. The strategy shows promise in significantly decreasing mosquito populations and disease transmission.
