CREC/LSHTM Collaborative Research Programme BLOG

Women scientists at CREC/LSHTM.  Experts in vector control product testing. #InternationalWomensDay #breakthebias  www.crec-lshtm.org

The potter tower sprayer is used to apply a precise and uniform amount of insecticide on block substrates. Very important equipment for laboratory evaluation of new IRS insecticides on local wall substrates like cement, mud and wood. www.crec-lshtm.org | #IRSproducts | #vectorcontrol

We are happy to hear of the launch of the "100% Committed" movement, to secure political and financial commitments in support of the "Kigali Declaration" on NTDs. Some NTDs like Dengue, chagas disease, river blindness, leishmaniasis, elephantiasis, are transmitted by insects which can be controlled by targeting the vectors with mosquito nets, insecticides for house spraying etc. Innovative vector control products would contribute substantially to achieving the objectives of this declaration. #endNTDs www.crec-lshtm.org Photo credit: www.worldntdday.org

All of us at CREC/LSHTM wish you a happy new year as we end 2021. We look forward to working and connecting more closely with you in the year 2022 ahead. Always visit our site www.crec-lshtm.org for more from us.

The management and entire team at CREC/LSHTM wish all our partners, clients, sponsors followers and your loved ones season's greetings. Looking forward to work with you in 2022. www.crec-lshtm.org

CREC/LSHTM_Newsletter_18th_Issue_November_2021 was just published today, with very welcoming good news, interesting upcoming events, opportunities and publications that may interest you. www.crec-lshtm.org View it here. https://mailchi.mp/a583a704baea/crec-lshtm-newsletter-18ed-nov2021-6148700

 INTERNATIONAL UPDATES | WHO recommends RTS,S/AS01 malaria vaccine for children at risk.  "Using this vaccine on top of existing tools to prevent malaria could save tens of thousands of young lives each year." - WHO Director.  To effectively control malaria and increase our chances to eliminate the disease, vaccines must not be seen as the silver bullet but as an add-on to other effective interventions such as ITNs and IRS. Visit our blog at www.crec-lshtm.org for more of such important updates.