Monday, March 22, 2010

Genetically Modified Mosquitos Could Be Used To Spread Vaccine For Malaria

From The Telegraph:

A genetically engineered mosquito that vaccinates as it bites has been developed by scientists.


Experts believe "flying vaccinators" could eventually be a radical new way of tackling malaria.

The new approach targets the salivary gland of the Anopheles mosquito.

Scientists in Japan have engineered an insect producing a natural vaccine protein in its saliva which is injected into the bloodstream when it bites.

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