About this episode

The episode discusses the actions taken by Chinese cities against mosquito-borne diseases and a controversial proposal involving bioengineered mosquitoes from a U.S. company.

As mosquito-borne diseases spread, Chinese cities are taking action. But a proposal coming from one company in the U.S. is another story. Releasing over 30 million bioengineered mosquitoes sounds extreme. Is it bold science or a step too far? On the show: Steve, Yushan & Yushun

People in this episode

Hosts: Steve, Yushan, Yushun

Topics covered

• mosquito control
• bioengineering
• public health
• disease prevention
• urban action

Keywords

• mosquitoes
• bioengineered
• disease
• China
• public health
• urban action
• genetic engineering

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Organizations: U.S.

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