Genetic variability and vector competence of Aedes aegypti populations from Kisumu and Busia Counties, Western Kenya, for Chikungunya and Zika viruses
V. O. Anyango, S. Langat, F. Mulwa, J. Mutisya, H. Koka, C. Okoyo, E. Chepkorir, S. Konongoi, A. Karanja, G. Kerubo, R. Sang, J. Lutomiah
This study examines genetic variability and vector competence of Ae. aegypti populations in Kisumu and Busia, Kenya, for CHIKV and ZIKV, finding high genetic diversity and CHIKV competence but no ZIKV competence.
bioRxiv · Jul 14, 2023 · PreprintMicrobiology