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Scientists Genetically Modify Fungus To Kill Mosquitoes That Spread Malaria

An <em>Anopheles coluzzi</em> mosquito, which can transmit malaria, with a genetically modified fungus emerging from the body after the insect's death. A green fluorescent protein was included to mark the fungus, shown under a UV light. (Courtesy of Brian Lovett)
An Anopheles coluzzi mosquito, which can transmit malaria, with a genetically modified fungus emerging from the body after the insect's death. A green fluorescent protein was included to mark the fungus, shown under a UV light. (Courtesy of Brian Lovett)

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