Combating malaria vectors in Africa: current directions of research
Hougard, J-Marc.; Fontenille, D.; Chandre, F.; Darriet, Fédéric.; Carnevale, P.; Guillet, P.
Trends in Parasitology 18(7): 283-286
2002
ISSN/ISBN: 1471-4922 PMID: 12379942 DOI: 10.1016/s1471-4922(02)02291-2Document Number: 245210
Vector control remains an important component of malaria control, particularly in Africa where most infant deaths occur. Among the different methods, insecticide-treated bednets seem to be a suitable way to reduce morbidity and child mortality in endemic areas. To facilitate their large-scale use and to investigate alternative vector control methods, the authors propose three current directions of research that are already being explored in Africa through a collaborating network involving several African countries: (1) vector genetics, (2) insecticide resistance and (3) vector control strategies.