Ugandan Scientists Work on Genetically-Modified...
International News
December 18, 2023
The researchers are working on genetically altering mosquitoes to render them incapable of transmitting the malaria parasite. This approach, known as gene drive technology, aims to reduce the population of malaria-carrying mosquitoes. If successful, it could represent a breakthrough in malaria prevention efforts, offering a sustainable and targeted solution to reduce the disease's prevalence in Uganda and beyond.