TED: Why I study the most dangerous animal on earth -- mosquitoes | Fredros Okumu

The video discusses the historical context of malaria in Tanzania and the efforts of the Ifakara Health Institute to combat it. It covers mosquito collection methods, challenges in controlling malaria, and innovative strategies like auto dissemination and mosquito behavior manipulation. The video also explores future goals for malaria elimination and the potential of CRISPR technology in gene editing mosquitoes.

What was the primary role of the speaker when they first moved to the Columbia River Valley?

Describe the method used by the speaker and their colleague to collect mosquitoes.

What challenges did the speaker face in controlling mosquito larvae?

What innovative approach did the speaker suggest for using mosquitoes in controlling their populations?

Explain the concept of auto-dissemination as discussed in the text.

What is the significance of understanding mosquito mating behavior in controlling their populations?

How do mosquitoes identify their human targets according to the speaker?

What are some of the diseases transmitted by mosquitoes mentioned in the text?

What are the goals set by WHO and the African Union regarding malaria elimination?

Discuss the potential impact of CRISPR technology on mosquito populations.