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We are the University of California of Malaria Initiative and our mission is to contribute to the eradication of human malaria.

08/28/2026

The University of California Malaria Initiative was proud to attend the Mosquito Kolymbari Meeting 2026 this month in Crete, Greece, one of the world’s premier gatherings of scientists working to advance research on mosquitoes and vector-borne diseases.

During the meeting, Dr. Anthony James, UCMI Principal Investigator, was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his decades of pioneering contributions to vector biology and malaria research. Dr. Greg Lanzaro, UCMI Principal Investigator, delivered a tribute highlighting Dr. James’s lasting impact on the field, and the award was presented by Dr. George Christophides, Professor of Infectious Diseases and Immunity and Director of the Vector Immunogenomics and Infection Laboratory at Imperial College London.

Congratulations to Dr. James on this well-deserved recognition for his role in shaping the global fight against malaria.

08/24/2026

Meet Lodney Nazaré, National Engagement Manager for UCMI in São Tomé and Príncipe.

With a background in biology and experience in community and stakeholder engagement, Lodney helps connect UCMI’s work with the people and communities it serves.

He leads strategic communication and advocacy efforts while coordinating engagement activities focused on public health and sustainable community development.

His work plays an important role in building understanding, strengthening partnerships and supporting UCMI’s mission to eliminate malaria.

08/20/2026

On World Mosquito Day, we recognize the people working every day to protect communities from mosquito-borne diseases.

At UCMI, that means scientists, researchers, field teams, community partners, and many others working together to advance innovative technologies that could help make malaria elimination possible.

Today, we celebrate our team and the countless people around the world whose work is helping prevent disease, support affected communities, and move us closer to a future free from malaria.

To everyone doing the work, thank you.

08/18/2026

Anopheles isn't just a documentary, it's a look at what it actually takes to fight malaria.

The people in this film are researchers, health workers, and neighbors in São Tomé and Príncipe, all working toward the same goal from different corners of the fight. It's honest about how hard this work is, and how far it's already come.

If you haven't watched yet, now's a good time. Anopheles is streaming free on Roku and online at anophelesdocumentary.com

08/10/2026

UCMI Gains New Insights into Annobón Island’s Mosquito Population

UCMI researchers confirmed that only one malaria-transmitting mosquito species, Anopheles coluzzii, is present on the island. The team also discovered that mosquito populations across Annobón are genetically similar and are primarily concentrated around human settlements.

Why is this important?

Effective public health solutions begin with understanding the local environment. These findings give researchers a clearer picture of how malaria mosquitoes are distributed across Annobón, providing the scientific foundation needed to design, evaluate, and responsibly plan future malaria control strategies.

08/04/2026

This July, UCMI hosted the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare of Equatorial Guinea, led by Minister H.E. Mitoha Ondo’o Ayekaba, and strategic partners in Washington, D.C., for collaborative working sessions to advance the country’s Vision 2030 malaria elimination strategy.

Working alongside the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, representatives from UCMI, MCD Global Health, and Coefficient Giving advanced planning for implementation of the malaria elimination program and developed a coordinated communications strategy to support clear, transparent, and consistent engagement with communities, media partners, and key stakeholders throughout each phase of the program.

The meetings reinforced a shared commitment to strong partnerships, coordinated planning, and transparent communication in support of Equatorial Guinea’s Vision 2030 strategy. UCMI looks forward to continuing its collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare as this important work moves forward.

07/30/2026

The University of California Malaria Initiative (UCMI) recently hosted a five-week Molecular Biology Techniques training program for 10 undergraduate students and faculty from the University of São Tomé and Príncipe (USTP) and the Vítor Sá Machado Higher Institute of Health Sciences.

Combining classroom instruction with hands-on laboratory training, participants learned the fundamentals of molecular biology, laboratory safety, and research best practices. They also gained practical experience extracting and analyzing mosquito DNA, preparing DNA samples for testing, and using modern laboratory equipment under the guidance of UCMI researchers.

The program strengthened participants’ laboratory skills, provided valuable research experience, and reinforced UCMI’s commitment to building local scientific capacity and supporting the next generation of researchers and health professionals in São Tomé and Príncipe.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4fGgoSi

07/28/2026

UCMI’s modified mosquitoes carry two beneficial genes designed to block the malaria parasite from developing inside the mosquito.

Created in the UCMI laboratory, these synthetic genes are a key part of our strategy to help stop malaria transmission before it spreads to humans.

Eliminate the parasite. Not the mosquito.

07/24/2026

Mosquitoes are often seen only as pests, but they also play a role in the ecosystems around them.

Some mosquitoes help with pollination by feeding on nectar. Mosquito larvae can also serve as food for fish and other aquatic animals, while adult mosquitoes are part of the food web for birds, bats, frogs, spiders and dragonflies.

That is why UCMI’s strategy is not focused on eliminating mosquitoes altogether. Our work is focused on stopping the malaria parasite from developing inside the mosquito, helping prevent transmission to humans while preserving the mosquito’s place in the ecosystem.

Eliminate the parasite. Not the mosquito.

07/17/2026

Anopheles is now streaming on Roku and online! The film offers an in-depth look at the people, questions, and decisions shaping the future of malaria elimination.

Watch Anopheles today and join the conversation.

anophelesdocumentary.com

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