Impact of the Three Gorges Dam on transmission and future control of human schistosomiasis in China [ 2010 - 2015 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Don Mcmanus (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Allen Ross ,  Prof Donald Harn ,  Prof Gail Williams ,  Prof Jiagang Guo
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Brief description A million Chinese have schistosomiasis or snail fever. When the Three Gorges Dam on the Yangtze River is fully operational, considerable environmental-ecological changes will result, increasing spread of this parasitic disease. In a unique study we will assess the impact of the Dam on schistosomiasis, and test and model a series of options for its control. The findings will be important for China and other areas where schistosomiasis occurs and where similar dams are planned or are under way.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,420,134.97

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant