Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
Genetically modified (GM) mosquitoes are controversial, partly because of misinformation. This publication provides science-based information about GM mosquitoes to the public and anyone involved in mosquito control. It explains what GM mosquitoes are and why they are being investigated as a tool f...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries
2021-08-01
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| Series: | EDIS |
| Online Access: | https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/128025 |
| Summary: | Genetically modified (GM) mosquitoes are controversial, partly because of misinformation. This publication provides science-based information about GM mosquitoes to the public and anyone involved in mosquito control. It explains what GM mosquitoes are and why they are being investigated as a tool for mosquito control. Describes a GM mosquito pilot project in Florida, and includes FAQs and answers explaining how GM mosquitoes are created and their potential impacts on people and the environment.
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| ISSN: | 2576-0009 |