Preliminary work towards homing CRISPR gene drives in Aedes albopictus - Southern Medical University, China

Asian tiger mosquito

Intended use

Reduction in transmission of arboviruses (e.g. yellow fever, chikungunya, dengue, and Zika) by this vector.

Readiness of Technology

3 - Preliminary laboratory work published

Project leader

Chen XG

Institution

Southern Medical University, China

Project leader

James A

Institution

University of California Irvine, USA

Publications

Authors name for system

CRISPR/Cas9 genedrive system

Class of Technology

Homing gene drive

Field(s) of application

Vector control

Description of system

Homing CRISPR

Research in target organism

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Research in model organism

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Intended for release

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Intended direct effects

Population suppression/eradication