Evolutionary Response of Dengue and Chikungunya Viruses To a Novel Biocontrol Method [ 2012 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Francesca Frentiu (Principal investigator)

Brief description Dengue and chikungunya are mosquito-transmitted viruses that present significant public health threats to Australia and the Asia-Pacific. This project will investigate whether dengue and chikungunya can adapt in response to a bacterium that limits replication of the viruses in the mosquito. The research will provide critical data to inform new mosquito control methods aimed at breaking the virus transmission cycle. More broadly, the research will allow us to understand how viruses adapt to strategies aimed at limiting their replication.

Funding Amount $AUD 421,681.91

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes New Investigator Grant