Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1132412]Researchers: Prof Scott O'Neill (Principal investigator) , Prof Ary Hoffmann , Prof Cameron Simmons
Brief description Dengue, Zika and Chikungunya are viral diseases transmitted to humans by mosquitoes. Our research uses a naturally-occurring bacteria, Wolbachia, to stop mosquitoes transmitting these viruses to humans. Our proposal addresses critical knowledge gaps in the biology of mosquitoes and Wolbachia to enable large-scale field-deployment optimisation in affected countries. The outcome of our research will immediately translate to disease control efforts in northern Australia, Asia and Latin America.
Funding Amount $AUD 7,099,495.65
Funding Scheme Program Grants
Notes Program Grant
- nhmrc : 1132412
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1132412
