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The role of mosquito saliva in malaria parasite transmission
Objectives
This project aims to understand the role of saliva in parasite infection of the human host and transmission to the mosquito.
Rationale and Abstract
Malaria is a devastating infectious disease endemic to many tropical countries. Malaria infection starts with a mosquito bite that introduces malaria parasites, mixed with mosquito saliva, into the human host. This work will provide unprecedented insights into host mosquito-parasite interactions and their impact on parasite infection. It may help to identify much needed novel targets to interrupt transmission.
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Date
Nov 2023 — Oct 2026
Funding Details
Dutch Research Council (NWO), The Netherlands
Grant ID: VI.Veni.222.381
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