Xiaoyun Wang , Hui Lu , Jun Li

Animal Science Research Center, Cuixi Academy of Biotechnology, Zhuji, 311800, Zhejiang, China
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Journal of Mosquito Research, 2024, Vol. 14, No. 4   doi: 10.5376/jmr.2024.14.0017
Received: 01 May, 2024    Accepted: 10 Jun., 2024    Published: 01 Jul., 2024

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Wang X.Y., Lu H., and Li J., 2024, Applications of geographic information systems in mosquito monitoring, Journal of Mosquito Research, 14(4): 172-183. (doi: 10.5376/jmr.2024.14.0017)

Mosquito-borne diseases pose a significant threat to global health, making it crucial to gain an in-depth understanding of the mechanisms by which mosquitoes transmit pathogens. This study explores the complex biology of mosquitoes, focusing on analyzing their vector competence, anatomical structure, and life cycle, and how these factors contribute to disease transmission. The research examines the processes of pathogen acquisition, development, and persistence within mosquitoes, with particular emphasis on the key barriers that pathogens must overcome, such as the midgut and salivary glands, to ensure successful transmission to humans. Additionally, this study delves into the behavioral and ecological aspects of mosquito biting and pathogen release, as well as the co-evolutionary dynamics between mosquitoes, pathogens, and human hosts. Through detailed case studies of malaria, dengue fever, Zika virus, and West Nile virus, the diverse strategies employed by different pathogens are illustrated. This study also discusses current and emerging control strategies, emphasizing the importance of genetic and biological methods, and proposes future research directions aimed at improving public health outcomes. This study provides critical insights into the mechanisms of mosquito-borne pathogen transmission, which are essential for developing more effective disease control strategies.

Mosquito-borne diseases; Pathogen transmission; Vector competence; Host-pathogen interactions; Control strategies