(FY2) Buzz Off! Advertisement Plan for the Use of Wolbachia

Authors: Sydney Sheehan, Emily Grace Cater, Emma Gemmill, & Ryan Martinkat

Advisors: Professor Derren Rosbach & Professor Geoffrey Pfeifer

Category: First Year – GPS

Abstract: We discovered that the threat of mosquito-borne diseases are increasing each year as global temperatures rise. The current control methods currently being used to minimize this threat are unsustainable, creating lasting environmental impacts. Our goal is to create a plan for mosquito control companies to advertise the commercial use of Wolbachia to reduce vector mosquito populations using replacement methods.

UN SDGs: 

SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-Being

SDG 13 – Climate Action

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