Mapping Plasmodium falciparum population structure and the source of outbreaks in Papua New Guinea

通过分子研究绘制疟疾寄生虫种群图，对于在危险地区规划和维持疟疾控制至关重要。我们将开发分子工具，以高分辨率绘制巴布亚新几内亚的疟疾寄生虫种群。然后，我们将调查这些工具是否可以用于在通常没有疟疾的地区查明感染源。该项目将提供有价值的信息，帮助将疟疾控制工作的重点放在最有效的地区。

Molecular studies to map malaria parasite populations are essential for planning and maintaining malaria control in at risk areas. We will develop molecular tools to map malaria parasite populations in Papua New Guinea at high resolution. We will then investigate whether these tools can be used to pinpoint the source of infections in regions where malaria is normally absent. The project will provide valuable information to help focus malaria control efforts to areas where they will be most effective.