Last Updated: 14/06/2024
Development of novel vector control technology and product based on traditional Chinese medicine
Objectives
To discover mosquito insecticide or repellent compounds in traditional Chinese medicine.
Principal Institution
Shanghai Institute of Organic Chemistry (SIOC), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), China
Principal Investigators / Focal Persons
Partner Institutions
Partner Investigators
Jianhua Yao
Ping Xing
Jia Li
Wanjun Wang
Ole Skovmand
Sérgio Sousa
Rationale and Abstract
At least one safe, environmentally friendly and efficient novel mosquito insecticide or repellent insecticide is expected to be obtained, which will then be used to further develop outdoor vector control technology or products. The development of such mosquito insecticides or repellent compounds will help address insecticide resistance issues and accelerate the global malaria elimination process.
External reference
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Date
Aug 2022
Funding Details
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), United States
Grand Challenges China. Outdoor Malaria Vector Control
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