Mosquitoes spread many deadly diseases, including malaria, and scientists have long been searching for ways to treat or stop such diseases.
Preventing mosquito bites is still the best way to prevent illnesses that are carried by mosquitoes. Advanced technologies could open up new avenues to stopping mosquito-borne diseases.
A new study has suggested the use of fungi to kill mosquitoes, offering a potential solution to the problem.
No method has been proven to be entirely effective, but scientists continue to search for ways to treat or stop mosquito-borne diseases.
Author's summary: Scientists create fungi to kill mosquitoes.