Malaria mosquitoes eliminated in lab by creating all-male populations
A modification that creates more male offspring was able to eliminate populations of malaria mosquitoes in lab experiments.
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Strategic planning for pandemic management
Researchers from Imperial College London have launched an international study to gather information on the policy response to COVID-19.
Disease-carrying mosquitoes could be common in Europe by 2030
Climate change could mean mosquitoes that can carry diseases like dengue, zika and yellow fever become established in southern Europe within 10 years.
Infection Diagnostics: Miniature Fibre-Optic Probes for Rapid Bacteria Detection
A novel method for infection diagnostics proposed by Hamlyn Centre researchers is featured on the latest Advanced Optical Materials cover.
New report models Italy's potential exit strategy from COVID-19 lockdown
Imperial researchers have analysed the likely impact of easing lockdown measures in Italy and the impact on transmission of coronavirus.
Poor health outcomes from COVID-19 more probable among black patients
Black patients may be at increased risk of poorer health outcomes from COVID-19, according to an analysis of patients hospitalised in London.
Being male or overweight can lead to more serious COVID-19 hospital admissions
New UK research has found that being male or obese reduces chance of survival from severe coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
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New handwashing tech could help halt spread of COVID-19 in developing world
A new technology has dramatically increased rates of handwashing in a trial in Tanzania, and could be key to preventing spread of infectious diseases.
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What the COVID-19 pandemic means for Africa, and for malaria
The spread of COVID-19 in Africa as it enters malaria transmission season could have devastating consequences for the region.
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Lockdown advice from a GP: Stay active, keep in touch, don’t ignore vaccinations
From the start of the coronavirus outbreak, much of the focus has been the acute impact of COVID-19 on critical care capacity in hospitals.
