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New research from the University of California Malaria Initiative (UCMI) explores the behavior of Anopheles coluzzii – the primary malaria vector on the islands of São Tomé and Príncipe.
Learn more about the study’s findings in this piece by Sureni Wickramasooriya and Melina Campos, UCMI.
➡️genedrivenetwork.org/blog/a-…
📷: UCMI
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Why are genetic approaches for malaria control being explored?
Hear insights from @GeneConvene’s Michael Santos in this @Science_Nigeria article. ⬇️sciencenigeria.com/world-mal…
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Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research retweeted
Jun 10
Do you know how many mosquito species exist globally? 🦟 6... 7...? Thousands? Millions?
We asked Londoners at the Great Exhibition Road Festival to guess how many mosquito species they think exist globally.
Do you know the answer? 🤔 Comment below!
You can also learn more about mosquitoes by watching our animated series, Mosquito Minutes, on YouTube: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL…
#GERF2026 #InsectWeek #MosquitoSpecies #MosquitoMinutes #EndMalaria @ExRdFestival @imperialcollege
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The 2026 Global Virtual Conference on Malaria Research will bring together word-class investigators and the next generation of scientists to drive forward innovation and collaboration in malaria research.
Join this online event to hear from keynote speakers Prof @ChristophidesG, @transm0, @imperialcollege and Prof Wai-Hong Tham, @WEHI_research.
🔗 malaria.ircconferences.net/i…
🗓️ June 29, 2026
📷: Global Malaria Research Initiative
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High-level Roundtable Discussion on Malaria/VBDs and Vector Control in Displaced Populations
📅Date: 18 June 2026
⏰Time: 9:00–10:30 AM EDT / 15:00–16:30 CEST
🫱🏽🫲🏾Format: Virtual Roundtable
🖱️Register now 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽
events.teams.microsoft.com/e…
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Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research retweeted
Jun 9
Over the weekend, Target Malaria exhibited at the Great Exhibition Road Festival (@ExRdFestival) hosted at Imperial College London (@imperialcollege)!
It was an awesome opportunity to tell visitors, of all ages and backgrounds, about the research that we’re doing at Target Malaria 🔬🦟
Read more: targetmalaria.org/latest/blo…
Together we can #EndMalaria!
@ImperialSci
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Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research retweeted
The ocean is an essential component of Earth’s infrastructure of life.
On #WorldOceanDay, we invite you to be part of a rising tide of 🌊 action, including through the implementation of the #KMGBF.
Read the statement by @SchomakerAstrid: 🔗cbd.int/article/2026-World-E…
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“Coral reefs are among the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth […] Yet over half of the world’s reefs have been lost in recent decades as casualties of climate change, disease outbreaks, and compounding human pressures.” 🪸
For #WorldOceanDay, read this piece by @LivLiberman, @Revive_Restore, exploring how community-led conservation is helping shape a more resilient future for coral reefs.
➡️ genedrivenetwork.org/blog/ac…
📷: Scott Davis Images / One People One Reef
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Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research retweeted
Scientists are key to building trust in the fight against malaria and protecting life-saving treatments. Access to accurate information makes all the difference.
Check out below a message from @XtalBirungi, a scientist working at @TargetMalaria
#ProtecTheCure
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Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research retweeted
Jun 3
Target Malaria: The Game is now available for free download for iOS in the App Store!
Download here: apps.apple.com/us/app/target…
The game aims to educate and inspire, blending interactive gameplay with #GeneDrive research in the fight against #Malaria. 🎯
Find out more and download the game for free on desktop and mobile: targetmalaria.org/latest/new…
Together we can #EndMalaria!
#MalariaResearch #ScienceInAction #TargetMalariaTheGame #eSports
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Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research retweeted
Community health workers are at the heart of the fight against #malaria — bringing lifesaving tools, education, & care directly to families.
Hear from them about the challenges they face & the impact they make every day.
🌟Read more & watch the video: malarianomore.org/story/in-c…
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The @WHO recently announced a call for experts to serve as members of its Vector Control Guideline Development Group. 🦟
📅 Apply by June 11
Learn more ➡️ who.int/news-room/articles-d…
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Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research retweeted
@MinofHealthUG has launched a new national strategy to end #malaria! #Uganda Malaria Elimination Strategic Plan 2026–2030 sets out clear shift from control to #elimination, with bold targets & strong focus on #partnerships system‑wide action.
Read now➡️ brnw.ch/21x20KD
ALT Group photo of Uganda malaria strategic plan dissemination meeting. Text reads: Uganda launches new plan to end malaria by 2030
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Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research retweeted
May 29
Just a week to go until we're back at the @ExRdFestival, 6-7 June!
Located in the World Science Zone, you will be able to play #TargetMalariaTheGame, meet some mosquitoes, listen to the "Swarm" sonification and play our card game🤩 Come along to meet some of our team members and find out more about the work happening at Target Malaria!
Register now to be first to hear about updates and ticket releases: greatexhibitionroadfestival.…
#EndMalaria
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Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research retweeted
On #WorldMalariaDay, we, alongside partners, launched the Big Push against Malaria in the Francophone World Report.
Now, we invite you to join our upcoming special webinar to learn more about the burden of #malaria in the Francophone world, celebrating remarkable progress in some areas while examining major challenges in others.
Registration details below⬇️
📅: Wednesday 10 June 2026
⏲️: 10 am UTC | 1 pm EAT | 5 pm Indochina Time
🔗: bit.ly/49lXgGU
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Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research retweeted
May 28
Today is #WorldPlayDay, and we challenge you to play Target Malaria: The Game, a game that lets you explore being a scientist to fight malaria, and share your score using the hashtag #TargetMalariaTheGame!
Available for free download on Google Play Store! Download here: play.google.com/store/apps/d…
The game aims to educate and inspire, blending interactive gameplay with #GeneDrive research in the fight against #Malaria. 🎯
Find out more and download the game for free on desktop and mobile: targetmalaria.org/latest/new…
Together we can #EndMalaria!
#MalariaResearch #ScienceInAction #TargetMalariaTheGame #eSports
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Gene drive technologies could help advance solutions to address pressing challenges in global health and conservation.
Join this @ISBRSymposium webinar on June 4 to explore governance frameworks, risk assessment, and the biosafety & regulatory considerations shaping this field.
🔗 Join here: teams.microsoft.com/meet/321…
⏰ 14:00-15:00 (GMT)
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Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research retweeted
May 26
Following this #AfricaDay, we’re highlighting why malaria elimination must be recognised not only as a public health priority, but as a critical driver of Africa’s future growth, resilience, and prosperity.
Read the full blog here: bit.ly/49iWE4L
#Malaria #AfricaMonth
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Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research retweeted
📢The Civil Society and Communities Declaration for World Malaria Day 2026!
Driven To End Malaria: Now We Can. Now We Must: Place communities first!
@CS4MEglobal @GFAN_Africa @GFANAP @w4_gf @Yplus_Global
youtube.com/watch?v=oNe8jFJS…
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