Contrasted transmission efficiency of Zika virus strains by mosquito species Aedes aegypti, Aedes albopictus and Culex quinquefasciatus from Reunion Island

by Gomard et al.

Our results show that both Ae. albopictus and Ae. aegypti, from Reunion Island, are more likely to be competent for ZIKV in contrast to Cx. quinquefasciatus which appeared refractory to all tested ZIKV strains. This improves our understanding of the role of mosquito species in the risk of the ZIKV emergence on Reunion Island.

6th August 2020 • comment

An overview of mosquito vectors of Zika virus

by Boyer et al.

According to the authors of this study, mosquito control measures should remain focused on the mosquito Ae. aegypti which is also the vector of CHIKV and DENV, and much more research effort should be allocated to fill the knowledge gaps about this virus.

2nd March 2018 • comment

From the Wellcome Trust: Zika: Why now and what next?

by The Editorial Team

The Zika virus appears to have emerged from nowhere, causing widespread health concerns throughout the world after decades of relative silence.

9th March 2016 • comment

CDC Video about Zika virus

by The Editorial Team

The Zika virus is another wild card dealt to us by nature. It was first discovered in 1947.

17th February 2016 • comment