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Catch-up mustered: Europe’s vaccination drive

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Genetic Engineering and Ecological Responsibility: The Mosquito Intervention

This chapter explores the use of genetically modified mosquitoes in Florida aimed at controlling mosquito populations while minimizing ecological risks. It highlights a specific trial focused on a modification designed to target female mosquitoes, ultimately aiming to save lives without long-term genetic consequences in the environment.

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