Considerations for the first field trials of gene drive for malaria

​Experts in the talk discuss about the potential use of gene drive technologies in combating malaria. Gene drives are genetic engineering techniques that can spread specific genes throughout a population, potentially reducing or eliminating disease-carrying organisms like mosquitoes. The presentation covers various factors to consider before conducting field trials of gene drive organisms, including ethical, ecological, and regulatory aspects. It emphasizes the importance of community engagement, risk assessment, and the development of guidelines to ensure safe and effective implementation also focusing on ethical deliberations, ecological assessments, and robust regulatory frameworks.