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This article originally appeared on Undark. This spring, the biotechnology company Oxitec plans to release genetically modified (GM) mosquitoes in the Florida Keys. Oxitec says its technology will ...

The first US release of genetically modified mosquitoes began in the Florida Keys this week, part of a plan to fight a dangerous invasive species. The plan was approved by local and government ...

Genetically modified mosquitoes are created in a lab to stop the spread of certain diseases. Learn more about how they’re made, what they’re used for, and whether they might pose health risks ...

Proponents say the trial release of genetically modified Aedes aegypti mosquitoes could eradicate a deadly pest. Critics warn of consequences.

A plan to release millions of genetically modified mosquitoes in 2021 has won final approval from authorities in the Florida Keys, despite the objection of many local residents and a coalition of ...

The altered Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, developed by the biotechnology company Oxitec, are genetically modified not to have viable female offspring.

More than 20 million genetically modified mosquitoes are coming to the Florida Keys this year, in a landmark project by British biotech company Oxitec and Monroe County’s Mosquito Control District.

Thousands of genetically modified mosquitoes have begun to be released in Florida this week as part of an effort to combat a disease-spreading species of the insect.

Genetically modified organisms face skepticism around the world -- but concerns might soften for the sake of fighting disease.

Fighting Zika in the US: The Battle Over GMO Mosquitoes A genetically modified mosquito could help lower the population of the dangerous Aedes aegypti, but not everyone is in favor of the technology.

First GMO mosquitoes to be released in the Florida Keys The EPA approved Oxitec’s mosquitoes for release this spring. Some scientists and locals want to halt the deployment.