PODCAST: Feeding mosquitoes L-DOPA can either strengthen their def🦟ences against #malaria or shorten their lifespan — showing that in vector control, the dose makes the difference 🦟 publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

How do you turn information into insight? In today's podcast, Bryan Greenhouse discusses a series of “hackathons” bringing together scientists from around the world to tackle one of the biggest challenges in #malaria research: analyzing parasite genetics 🧬 publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

In Kwale, in Kenya, where bed nets alone can’t stop #malaria, researchers are testing #ivermectin, a ‘wonder drug’ commonly used to treat parasitic infections that can also kill mosquitoes 🦟🎙️ publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

A new study in Kenya shows that mass drug administration of #Ivermectin safely reduced malaria cases by 26%, offering a promising supplement to insecticide-based prevention 🦟 Listen now on the Johns Hopkins Malaria Minute: publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

Cerebral #malaria and severe malarial anemia have very different clinical presentations 🦟 But new research using omics approaches finds that both types may begin with a common inflammatory trigger. publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

Although severe #malaria presents in different clinical forms – such as cerebral malaria or severe malarial anemia – a new study reveals that all severe cases have one thing in common: a shared inflammatory signature. publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

Why does Johns Hopkins entomologist Chris Kizito oversee the production of 2.6 million mosquitoes a year? His work is part of the Malaria Research Institute's efforts to knock out #malaria in countries like Kizito's native Uganda.

After more than 70 years of eradication efforts, Suriname has eliminated malaria, according to the World Health Organization. The South American country becomes the 46th nation/territory — and the 12th in the region of the Americas — to be certified malaria-free by the WHO. 1/2

All of us at the Johns Hopkins Malaria Research Institute celebrate Suriname, its people and its Ministry of Health on this monumental achievement! Congratulations, Suriname! No more #malaria! 2/2

On today's podcast, Dr. Alexandra Probst (Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health) discusses a breakthrough in #malaria prevention: bed nets coated with anti-parasitic drugs that stop transmission by curing infected mosquitoes 🦟 publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

On today's Malaria Minute podcast, how next-generation bed nets could stop #malaria by killing the parasites inside mosquitoes, not just the mosquitoes themselves 🦟 publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

In our latest podcast, Lemu Golassa explains how parasite diversity in Ethiopia could limit the effectiveness of current #malaria vaccines 💉 publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

"The malaria map is shrinking. With vaccines, gene editing, and African nations stepping up, we can eliminate #malaria. But urgency is critical; retreating now would waste decades of progress." JHMRI Director Jane Carlton reflects on #malaria progress in SciDevNet. www.scidev.net/global/opini...

A recent study in Ethiopia reveals that local #malaria parasite strains differ genetically from those targeted by current vaccines, potentially reducing their effectiveness 💉 publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2025 #WorldMalariaDay Symposium, Building a Better Mosquito! 🦟 Stay tuned for Vector Encounter—our upcoming two-day event on arthropod disease vectors impacting human health. publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

The last talk of the day, Dr. Stephanie James (Gene Convene) discusses the roadmap for gene drive technologies, and their potential to transform #malaria public health

Continuing our session on #genedrives, Dr. Laura Norris (Gates Foundation) shares insights into how scientists and policymakers can collaborate to shape the gene drive ecosystem for impact #WorldMalariaDay

Kicking off our final session, Ana Kormos presents the University of California Malaria Initiative’s community engagement around genetically modified mosquitoes 🦟

Dr. Conor McMeniman (Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health) shows a close-up of his finger being used for lunch by an Anopheles mosquito. His research investigates how mosquitoes smell humans 🦟 #malaria #WorldMalariaDay

Now at our #WorldMalariaDay symposium, Dr. Tony Nolan (Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine) presents an insightful talk on the genetic barriers to gene drives for #malaria vector suppression

George Dimopoulos wraps up his informative talk on how to engineer a mosquito that dies when infected with #malaria parasites #WorldMalariaDay

Thrilled to welcome Dr. Abdoulaye Diabaté from Burkina Faso — the last speaker of the morning session — exploring the potential of gene drive technology to help eliminate #malaria in Africa 🦟 #WorldMalariaDay

At our #WorldMalariaDay symposium, Dr. Kelly Matzen of Oxitec delivers insights into their groundbreaking work on the biological management of malaria vectors

This #WorldMalariaDay, meet our collaborator Dr. Delenasaw Yewhalaw, and read our publication describing the first P. vivax reference genome from Ethiopia 🇪🇹 tdr.who.int/newsroom/fea...

Mark World Malaria Day by signing up for this free online course in malaria genetics for surveillance from #PlasmoGenEpi. www.plasmogenepi.org/OnlineCourse

The #WorldMalariaDay Symposium kicks off soon at @JohnsHopkinsSPH 🧬🦟 Stay tuned for insights from leading scientists and innovators working to stop malaria — one mosquito at a time. #BuildABetterMosquito #malaria

📣 Tomorrow, the #WorldMalariaDay Symposium takes place! 🦟💡 Join us for groundbreaking discussions on genetic innovations, vector control, and the future of #malaria eradication. 📍 Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health 📅 April 25, 2025

At the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Dean's Lecture, JHMRI Director Jane Carlton reflects on how AI and machine learning can help predict #malaria protein structures. What once took years can now take a matter of hours 🦟

"80% of our infections were not detected by an RDT (Rapid Diagnostic Test). Of the RDT negative infections, about 62% had pfhrp2 gene deletions" Jane Carlton on how a study into the efficiency of '#malaria camps' in India emphasised the need for better biomarkers for tests.

"We are innovating strategies that prevent and cure #malaria. We've been continuously funded through Bloomberg Philanthropies since 2001 ... which supports 16 faculty groups undertaking high-impact research on all facets of malaria" Jane Carlton on the work of JHMRI 🦟

"Malaria is an ancient disease. Along with HIV/AIDS and TB, it's one of the top three infectious diseases worldwide." JHMRI Director Jane Carlton begins the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Dean's Lecture on #malaria history, current status, and the promise of 'omics and AI.

⏳ 2 days until the #WorldMalariaDay Symposium! We’re bringing together global minds to rethink mosquito biology, gene editing, and malaria elimination. Don't miss it! 📍 @JohnsHopkinsSPH 📅 April 25 #BuildABetterMosquito

Ahead of #WorldMalariaDay, our podcast is casting the net beyond scientific research to focus on #malaria advocacy. Listen as we follow 120+ 'United to Beat Malaria' advocates in Washington, DC, urging Congress to continue supporting global malaria efforts. open.spotify.com/episode/5u9v...

With a shortage of entomologists in malaria-endemic regions, could #AI fill the gap? We explore VectorCam, an offline tool powered by a Convolutional Neural Network that aims to support local vector surveillance. open.spotify.com/episode/2QRg...

What if the key to ending malaria isn't killing mosquitoes, but outsmarting them? 🧬 We’re excited to explore the science behind the molecular approaches to vector control at our in-person #WorldMalariaDay Symposium. 📅 April 25

It’s almost here! This Friday, April 25, we’re hosting our annual #WorldMalariaDay Symposium to explore the future of malaria control. Let’s #BuildABetterMosquito together. 🦟🌐💡

Can #AI identify mosquito species? VectorCAM, a pocket-sized device, uses machine learning to differentiate species with 95% accuracy, enhancing #malaria surveillance efforts. 🦟 pod.fo/e/2c82e3

🚨 Final call! The deadline to register for our #WorldMalariaDay Symposium @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social is April 11. Secure your spot now and discover how to #BuildABetterMosquito! Register here: publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

🦟 How can genetic innovation help us build a malaria-free future? Find out at the #WorldMalariaDay Symposium at @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social on April 25. ✅ Expert speakers ✅ Latest research ✅ Global connections 🔗 Register now: publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

📅 One month to go! On April 25th, join us for our annual in-person only #WorldMalariaDay Symposium. 🌍 Why attend? Learn from top researchers, discuss cutting-edge malaria solutions, and connect with a global network. Don’t miss out! Register now 👉 publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

For decades, insecticides have shielded us from #malaria - but cracks are showing 🦟 Resistance is spreading, and environmental concerns are growing. Could a simple pouch of fruit juice with a powerful secret be the breakthrough we need? pod.fo/e/2bde64

⏳ Last chance! Today is the final day to submit your abstract for the #WorldMalariaDay symposium. Don’t miss this opportunity to share your research with leading #malaria experts! Submit now: publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

🔬 What if mosquitoes could stop malaria instead of spreading it? At our in-person #WorldMalariaDay Symposium, top experts will discuss how gene-editing & biotechnology are reshaping malaria control. 📅 April 25, 2025 | 📍 Baltimore 🔗 Sign up now: publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

A new, free, online course from #PlasmoGenEpi. Covers foundational concepts of malaria genetic epidemiology. Learn more and enroll www.plasmogenepi.org/OnlineCourse

Today, JHMRI Director @genomejane.bsky.social joins the United to Beat Malaria summit in Washington D.C. to learn about life-saving interventions - and the importance of sustained funding 🦟

📣 One week left to submit your abstracts for our #WorldMalariaDay symposium! Share your research and contribute to the global #malaria fight. Deadline: March 23. Submit here: publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

📢 Calling all researchers! Submit your abstracts for our #WorldMalariaDay Symposium and showcase your work in-person at @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social . Submit abstracts by March 23! publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...

One of the main ways of controlling malaria is to reduce mosquito populations through insecticides. But the mosquitoes are developing resistance, making most insecticides less effective. What if the answer lies beneath our feet? pod.fo/e/2b73df

🦟 Is gene-editing the future of #malaria control? Learn how researchers are engineering mosquitoes to stop this deadly disease in its tracks Join the discussion at the #WorldMalariaDay Symposium! In-person on April 25, 2025. 🔗 Sign up now: publichealth.jhu.edu/malaria-rese...