#sterile-insect-technique

#sterile-insect-technique

Scientists are preparing to breed and drop billions of flies on Mexico to halt a flesh-eating parasite from crossing the border. The Trump Administration is leading the effort to prevent the spread of the New World Screwworm, which was eradicated in the US over 40 years ago but resurfaced in Mexico in late 2024.

The Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) is a major advancement in controlling tiger mosquitoes in France, aiming for a 90% reduction in their populations within two years.