Large-scale attempts to control malaria have had a turbulent history: successful in some parts of the world, but failing in many others. Explore research that aims to find the most effective strategies - including treatment programmes, spraying and bednets - to help communities and countries tackle malaria.
The most detailed map ever created of malaria risk worldwide is published today by an international team of researchers funded by the Wellcome Trust. 25/03/09
Integrated maps, combining data from satellites and other sources are providing new insights into malaria interventions. Mun-Keat Looi talks to Abdisalan Noor, a Wellcome Trust Research Training Fellow in Kenya, on his work in the field of geospatial modelling. 21/11/08
Bednets treated with insecticide provide a physical barrier that helps prevent exposure to infected mosquito bites and reduces the number of mosquitoes in a room. 11/08/04
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