Using Genetics To Fight Zika

Zika and other mosquito-borne diseases have plagued humanity since the dawn of time, yet, thanks to our knowledge of genetics, we have a new, remarkably effective weapon against it. What’s the problem with a solution that doesn’t involve spraying toxic chemicals over the landscape? It’s a GMO. Listen as molecular biologist Nina Fedoroff explains the history of Zika and how we could prevent its spread.

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