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Biological and Genetic Approaches in Mosquito Vector Control: Current Advances and Future Challenges.

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New biological and genetic methods offer sustainable alternatives for controlling vector-borne diseases (VBDs) due to insecticide resistance. Integrated strategies show promise for long-term VBD management.

Keywords:
Wolbachiagene drivemosquito controlsterile insect technique (SIT)vector-borne diseases

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Entomology
  • Vector Control

Background:

  • Vector-borne diseases (VBDs) present significant global health challenges, especially in tropical and subtropical regions.
  • Insecticide resistance has diminished the effectiveness of traditional vector control methods, necessitating sustainable alternatives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and evaluate recent advancements in biological and genetic approaches for mosquito vector control.
  • To synthesize evidence on the efficacy and feasibility of novel VBD management strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive review of laboratory, semi-field, and field studies.
  • Evaluation of Wolbachia-mediated pathogen blocking, paratransgenesis, entomopathogenic fungi, and genetic control techniques (SIT, IIT, RIDL, gene drive).

Main Results:

  • Biological and genetic interventions significantly reduced mosquito populations and pathogen transmission in studies.
  • Wolbachia systems, SIT, IIT, and RIDL demonstrated operational feasibility, while gene drive shows transformative potential but is experimental.
  • Challenges include scalability, ecological impacts, biosafety, regulatory, and ethical considerations.

Conclusions:

  • Emerging biological and genetic strategies offer sustainable alternatives to insecticide-based VBD control.
  • Context-specific integration of complementary approaches within integrated vector management frameworks is recommended.
  • Community engagement and effective governance are crucial for durable VBD management solutions.