For the first time, researchers will release genetically engineered mosquitoes in Africa

For the first time, researchers will release genetically engineered mosquitoes in Africa

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Ike Swetitz,  STAT,  2018-09-05 18:02:01.

The government of Burkina Faso granted scientists permission to release genetically engineered mosquitoes anytime this year or next, researchers announced Wednesday. It’s a key step in the broader efforts to use bioengineering to eliminate malaria in the region.