247 - Highlights of Vector Biology

Vector biology plays a pivotal role in understanding the transmission of vector-borne disease and the development of effective control strategies. This presentation summarizes the most significant advancements, discoveries, and breakthroughs in the field of vector biology in 2023. A Boolean search of the literature using bibliographic databases will identify and spotlight discoveries that are groundbreaking, distinct, or simply astonishing. Topics will include vector-pathogen interactions, genomic advances, gene-drive mechanisms, vector-borne diseases, vector distribution and more.