Natural variation and genetic basis of dengue virus transmission rate in Australian mosquitoes [ 2012 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Elizabeth Mcgraw (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Stephen Chenoweth ,  Dr Francesca Frentiu ,  Dr Nigel Beebe

Brief description Dengue fever outbreaks occur in Australia when infected travelers enter the country and are bitten by local mosquitoes. Here we examine the degree of genetic compatibility between mosquitoes and incoming dengue viruses that may affect disease risk for humans. We will identify the mosquito genes that determine the insect’s capacity to transmit dengue virus and develop a geographic map of transmissibility for a range of different dengue strains across Australian populations of the insect.

Funding Amount $AUD 680,088.82

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant