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Austin Burt is a Professor of Evolutionary Genetics at Imperial College London. His primary research interests focus on developing novel genetic approaches to control disease vectors, particularly focusing on mosquitoes that transmit malaria in sub-Saharan Africa. Millions die each year due to malaria, necessitating new interventions. Burt's recent work leverages advances in molecular biology, particularly genetic modification techniques, to create efficient gene drive systems that enable the localizable intervention of malaria transmission. He collaborates with leading researchers to assess gene drive constructs in Anopheles gambiae mosquitoes. As the Principal Investigator of Target Malaria, a non-profit research consortium, he works on developing and testing gene drive mosquitoes specifically designed for malaria control. His research also delves into strategic modeling of genetic biocontrol systems and the utilization of sequence-specific nucleases within these strategies. Throughout his career, Burt has published numerous influential papers on genetic approaches to vector control, emphasizing the impact of genetic biocontrol technology on public health in malaria-endemic regions.
Imperial College London • London, ENG
Leading research in evolutionary genetics with a focus on genetic control strategies for disease vectors.
Specialisms available in Materials for the Energy Transition or Theory and Simulation of Materials.