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ZeroCool@lemmy.ca to science@lemmy.worldEnglish · 4 months ago

Scientists develop 'mosquito STD' to combat malaria

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Scientists develop 'mosquito STD' to combat malaria

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ZeroCool@lemmy.ca to science@lemmy.worldEnglish · 4 months ago
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A team of researchers including a University of Maryland entomologist has successfully turned the pesky mosquito's sex life into its downfall. By creating what amounts to a sexually transmitted disease specifically for mosquitoes, the scientists unveiled a potentially powerful new weapon in the global fight against malaria.
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    Mosquitos are known for being pretty big on penetration. It’s their thing, and they’re always the active participant.

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      The rapists of the bug world.

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