Control of vector populations using genetically modified mosquitoes
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https://doi.org/10.1590/S0034-89102009005000050Keywords:
Mosquitoes^i2^sgenet, Animals, Genetically Modified^i2^sparasitol, Genetic Techniques^i2^sutilizat, Mosquito Control, ReviewAbstract
The ineffectiveness of current strategies for chemical control of mosquito vectors raises the need for developing novel approaches. Thus, we carried out a literature review of strategies for genetic control of mosquito populations based on the sterile insect technique. One of these strategies consists of releasing radiation-sterilized males into the population; another, of integrating a dominant lethal gene under the control of a specific promoter into immature females. Advantages of these approaches over other biological and chemical control strategies include: highly species-specific, environmentally safety, low production cost, and high efficacy. The use of this genetic modification technique will constitute an important tool for integrated vector management.Downloads
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2009-10-01
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Review
How to Cite
Wilke, A. B. B., Gomes, A. de C., Natal, D., & Marrelli, M. T. (2009). Control of vector populations using genetically modified mosquitoes . Revista De Saúde Pública, 43(5), 869-874. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0034-89102009005000050