Scientist are coming close to being able to manipulate the DNA of mosquitoes in order to stop the spread of malaria. "Malaria-resistant" mosquitoes have already been created. However, the challenge is to get the modified mosquitoes to spread the DNA to other mosquitoes around the world. The scientists give the gene that can prevent malaria to the male mosquitoes so all of their offspring will be malaria-resistant.
This is a great idea, if it works. I don't think anybody wants malaria and with rising average global temperatures, malaria is becoming more widespread. I don't believe this will work entirely. I believe it will be near impossible to get every mosquito to be malaria resistant. However, I'm all for manipulating their DNA. Any help is good help.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-13128327
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