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Leading UK-backed malaria scientists say the case for investment goes beyond #malaria itself.
88% say it strengthens pandemic preparedness
80% say it makes the UK safer
80% say it benefits UK public health
Ending malaria is good for the world...and good for Britain
88% say it strengthens pandemic preparedness
80% say it makes the UK safer
80% say it benefits UK public health
Ending malaria is good for the world...and good for Britain
September 24, 2026 at 11:57 AM
Leading UK-backed malaria scientists say the case for investment goes beyond #malaria itself.
88% say it strengthens pandemic preparedness
80% say it makes the UK safer
80% say it benefits UK public health
Ending malaria is good for the world...and good for Britain
88% say it strengthens pandemic preparedness
80% say it makes the UK safer
80% say it benefits UK public health
Ending malaria is good for the world...and good for Britain
What happens when the classroom meets the laboratory?
For students visiting our labs ahead of #WorldMosquitoDay, learning about mosquitoes and malaria went beyond textbooks - bringing science to life and giving them a glimpse into the research shaping the fight against #malaria.
For students visiting our labs ahead of #WorldMosquitoDay, learning about mosquitoes and malaria went beyond textbooks - bringing science to life and giving them a glimpse into the research shaping the fight against #malaria.
August 21, 2026 at 10:40 AM
What happens when the classroom meets the laboratory?
For students visiting our labs ahead of #WorldMosquitoDay, learning about mosquitoes and malaria went beyond textbooks - bringing science to life and giving them a glimpse into the research shaping the fight against #malaria.
For students visiting our labs ahead of #WorldMosquitoDay, learning about mosquitoes and malaria went beyond textbooks - bringing science to life and giving them a glimpse into the research shaping the fight against #malaria.
This #WorldMosquitoDay, we’re reflecting on the impact malaria can have on children – through illness, disrupted education and the strain placed on families and communities.
Every child deserves the chance to learn and thrive without malaria standing in their way.
Read more here: bit.ly/4wIOvQ3
Every child deserves the chance to learn and thrive without malaria standing in their way.
Read more here: bit.ly/4wIOvQ3
Protecting our children today will shape their futures tomorrow
Africa has the youngest population in the world with more than 400 million young people aged between the ages of 15 to 35 years. This is a generation filled with potential and the power to shape the c...
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August 20, 2026 at 12:28 PM
This #WorldMosquitoDay, we’re reflecting on the impact malaria can have on children – through illness, disrupted education and the strain placed on families and communities.
Every child deserves the chance to learn and thrive without malaria standing in their way.
Read more here: bit.ly/4wIOvQ3
Every child deserves the chance to learn and thrive without malaria standing in their way.
Read more here: bit.ly/4wIOvQ3
Children are disproportionately affected by malaria.
Ahead of #WorldMosquitoDay, students from schools across Bagamoyo visited our labs to learn about mosquitoes, malaria transmission and prevention.
Inspiring curiosity today can help shape a future beyond malaria.
Ahead of #WorldMosquitoDay, students from schools across Bagamoyo visited our labs to learn about mosquitoes, malaria transmission and prevention.
Inspiring curiosity today can help shape a future beyond malaria.
August 20, 2026 at 9:23 AM
Children are disproportionately affected by malaria.
Ahead of #WorldMosquitoDay, students from schools across Bagamoyo visited our labs to learn about mosquitoes, malaria transmission and prevention.
Inspiring curiosity today can help shape a future beyond malaria.
Ahead of #WorldMosquitoDay, students from schools across Bagamoyo visited our labs to learn about mosquitoes, malaria transmission and prevention.
Inspiring curiosity today can help shape a future beyond malaria.
T0 Research assistant and PhD student, Calvin Yee, highlights why building a strong evidence base for safe and responsible technology is essential.
From developing the science to ensuring it is ready for field evaluation, every step must be grounded in rigorous evidence.
#WorldMosquitoDay #malaria
From developing the science to ensuring it is ready for field evaluation, every step must be grounded in rigorous evidence.
#WorldMosquitoDay #malaria
August 19, 2026 at 12:35 PM
T0 Research assistant and PhD student, Calvin Yee, highlights why building a strong evidence base for safe and responsible technology is essential.
From developing the science to ensuring it is ready for field evaluation, every step must be grounded in rigorous evidence.
#WorldMosquitoDay #malaria
From developing the science to ensuring it is ready for field evaluation, every step must be grounded in rigorous evidence.
#WorldMosquitoDay #malaria
This Thursday is #WorldMosquitoDay, and we’re spotlighting the researchers at T0 who are working to rethink how we tackle malaria.
Hear from Research Assistant @Ahira Varkey on how her MRes project with the group sparked her interest in innovative approaches to malaria control.
Hear from Research Assistant @Ahira Varkey on how her MRes project with the group sparked her interest in innovative approaches to malaria control.
August 18, 2026 at 3:22 PM
This Thursday is #WorldMosquitoDay, and we’re spotlighting the researchers at T0 who are working to rethink how we tackle malaria.
Hear from Research Assistant @Ahira Varkey on how her MRes project with the group sparked her interest in innovative approaches to malaria control.
Hear from Research Assistant @Ahira Varkey on how her MRes project with the group sparked her interest in innovative approaches to malaria control.
Hear from T0’s Dickson Lwetojiera as shares how personal experiences have shaped his mission to end malaria.
For Dickson and the team, this is more than science. This is about creating a future where malaria no longer reshapes the lives of generations to come.
#WorldMosquitoDay
For Dickson and the team, this is more than science. This is about creating a future where malaria no longer reshapes the lives of generations to come.
#WorldMosquitoDay
August 18, 2026 at 8:29 AM
Hear from T0’s Dickson Lwetojiera as shares how personal experiences have shaped his mission to end malaria.
For Dickson and the team, this is more than science. This is about creating a future where malaria no longer reshapes the lives of generations to come.
#WorldMosquitoDay
For Dickson and the team, this is more than science. This is about creating a future where malaria no longer reshapes the lives of generations to come.
#WorldMosquitoDay
Our researchers, working in partnership between the UK and Tanzania through Transmission Zero, are exploring something extraordinary: a mosquito that cannot spread malaria.
Dickson explains how it works and why it matters.
#malaria #genedrive
Dickson explains how it works and why it matters.
#malaria #genedrive
July 13, 2026 at 10:37 AM
Our researchers, working in partnership between the UK and Tanzania through Transmission Zero, are exploring something extraordinary: a mosquito that cannot spread malaria.
Dickson explains how it works and why it matters.
#malaria #genedrive
Dickson explains how it works and why it matters.
#malaria #genedrive
Rankin photographed the scientists who could end malaria in our lifetime.
Three of them are in today's Daily Express - featuring Dickson Lwetoijera from Transmission Zero.
Extraordinary international partnerships with one goal: Zero Malaria.
Read the full article here: bit.ly/4gZEx8s
Three of them are in today's Daily Express - featuring Dickson Lwetoijera from Transmission Zero.
Extraordinary international partnerships with one goal: Zero Malaria.
Read the full article here: bit.ly/4gZEx8s
Rankin turns lens to scientists battling one of the deadliest diseases
EXCLUSIVE: The legendary photographer has helped to highlight a crucial area of international research.
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July 7, 2026 at 9:10 AM
Rankin photographed the scientists who could end malaria in our lifetime.
Three of them are in today's Daily Express - featuring Dickson Lwetoijera from Transmission Zero.
Extraordinary international partnerships with one goal: Zero Malaria.
Read the full article here: bit.ly/4gZEx8s
Three of them are in today's Daily Express - featuring Dickson Lwetoijera from Transmission Zero.
Extraordinary international partnerships with one goal: Zero Malaria.
Read the full article here: bit.ly/4gZEx8s
Following this #AfricaDay, we’re highlighting why malaria elimination must be recognised not only as a public health priority, but as a critical driver of Africa’s future growth, resilience, and prosperity.
Read the full blog here: bit.ly/49iWE4L
#AfricaMonth #Malaria #GeneDrive
Read the full blog here: bit.ly/49iWE4L
#AfricaMonth #Malaria #GeneDrive
Ending malaria is an African development priority | Transmission Zero
Following this #AfricaDay, we’re highlighting why malaria elimination must be recognised not only as a public health priority, but as a critical driver of Africa’s future growth, resilience, and prosp...
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May 26, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Following this #AfricaDay, we’re highlighting why malaria elimination must be recognised not only as a public health priority, but as a critical driver of Africa’s future growth, resilience, and prosperity.
Read the full blog here: bit.ly/49iWE4L
#AfricaMonth #Malaria #GeneDrive
Read the full blog here: bit.ly/49iWE4L
#AfricaMonth #Malaria #GeneDrive
Excited to see our work and scientists featured in The Independent 👏
This piece highlights how UK-Africa partnerships are critical for driving cutting-edge malaria research on gene drive technologies, advancing innovative new technologies in Tanzania.
Read it here: bit.ly/4nc8Jy8
This piece highlights how UK-Africa partnerships are critical for driving cutting-edge malaria research on gene drive technologies, advancing innovative new technologies in Tanzania.
Read it here: bit.ly/4nc8Jy8
How the UK quietly became a research powerhouse in the fight against malaria
The UK is driving pioneering malaria research in areas including genetic engineering, vaccines, and medicines. In Tanzania, the scientists involved tell Nick Ferris why research to tackle the disease ...
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May 6, 2026 at 7:42 PM
Excited to see our work and scientists featured in The Independent 👏
This piece highlights how UK-Africa partnerships are critical for driving cutting-edge malaria research on gene drive technologies, advancing innovative new technologies in Tanzania.
Read it here: bit.ly/4nc8Jy8
This piece highlights how UK-Africa partnerships are critical for driving cutting-edge malaria research on gene drive technologies, advancing innovative new technologies in Tanzania.
Read it here: bit.ly/4nc8Jy8
‼️ Talk happening tomorrow ‼️
Join us to hear from Dickson Lwetoijera on how gene drive approaches can block malaria development within mosquitoes and help us strengthen malaria elimination efforts at scale.
💻 Online webinar
📅 May 7th 2026
🕐 13.00 - 14.00 CET
🔗 bit.ly/49vO16N
Join us to hear from Dickson Lwetoijera on how gene drive approaches can block malaria development within mosquitoes and help us strengthen malaria elimination efforts at scale.
💻 Online webinar
📅 May 7th 2026
🕐 13.00 - 14.00 CET
🔗 bit.ly/49vO16N
May 6, 2026 at 2:53 PM
‼️ Talk happening tomorrow ‼️
Join us to hear from Dickson Lwetoijera on how gene drive approaches can block malaria development within mosquitoes and help us strengthen malaria elimination efforts at scale.
💻 Online webinar
📅 May 7th 2026
🕐 13.00 - 14.00 CET
🔗 bit.ly/49vO16N
Join us to hear from Dickson Lwetoijera on how gene drive approaches can block malaria development within mosquitoes and help us strengthen malaria elimination efforts at scale.
💻 Online webinar
📅 May 7th 2026
🕐 13.00 - 14.00 CET
🔗 bit.ly/49vO16N
T0 are proud to be highlighted in H.E. President Samia Suluhu Hassan's piece in Daily News underlining the need to innovate and develop new tools, including gene drive, in the fight against malaria.
We proud to be working towards a malaria-free world together 🌍
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We proud to be working towards a malaria-free world together 🌍
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Africa’s victory over malaria will be built at home - Daily News
DAR ES SALAAM: Tanzania, like many countries in Africa, has fought malaria for generations. Our existing tools, from insecticide treated nets to antimalarial medicines, continue to save millions of li...
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May 6, 2026 at 9:39 AM
T0 are proud to be highlighted in H.E. President Samia Suluhu Hassan's piece in Daily News underlining the need to innovate and develop new tools, including gene drive, in the fight against malaria.
We proud to be working towards a malaria-free world together 🌍
bit.ly/42lKAvE
We proud to be working towards a malaria-free world together 🌍
bit.ly/42lKAvE
Focussing on Plasmodium oocysts developing inside the mosquito, this new review paper unpacks key gaps in our understanding - and why they matter for stopping transmission.
Read the paper here to take a closer look at one of malaria's most overlooked stages:
➡️https://bit.ly/4mWY6zo
Read the paper here to take a closer look at one of malaria's most overlooked stages:
➡️https://bit.ly/4mWY6zo
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April 28, 2026 at 10:27 AM
Focussing on Plasmodium oocysts developing inside the mosquito, this new review paper unpacks key gaps in our understanding - and why they matter for stopping transmission.
Read the paper here to take a closer look at one of malaria's most overlooked stages:
➡️https://bit.ly/4mWY6zo
Read the paper here to take a closer look at one of malaria's most overlooked stages:
➡️https://bit.ly/4mWY6zo
#WorldMalariaDay is a reminder that eliminating malaria requires understanding and community action.
Read Justina Mosha’s new blog to learn why malaria continues to impact millions in Tanzania and how awareness can improve prevention.
Read the blog here: bit.ly/4d1RAnw
Read Justina Mosha’s new blog to learn why malaria continues to impact millions in Tanzania and how awareness can improve prevention.
Read the blog here: bit.ly/4d1RAnw
Community action is key to reducing malaria in Tanzania
As World Malaria Day (25 April 2026) approaches, there is a renewed call to strengthen malaria education for communities across Tanzania, where the disease continues to have far-reaching health, socia...
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April 26, 2026 at 3:21 PM
#WorldMalariaDay is a reminder that eliminating malaria requires understanding and community action.
Read Justina Mosha’s new blog to learn why malaria continues to impact millions in Tanzania and how awareness can improve prevention.
Read the blog here: bit.ly/4d1RAnw
Read Justina Mosha’s new blog to learn why malaria continues to impact millions in Tanzania and how awareness can improve prevention.
Read the blog here: bit.ly/4d1RAnw
Innovation is critical in the fight against malaria.
Explore our latest carousel to see how tools like vaccines and next-generation bed nets are reshaping malaria control. Discover how T0 is developing a novel gene drive approach to tackle #malaria at its source.
#WorldMalariaDay
Explore our latest carousel to see how tools like vaccines and next-generation bed nets are reshaping malaria control. Discover how T0 is developing a novel gene drive approach to tackle #malaria at its source.
#WorldMalariaDay
April 24, 2026 at 10:39 AM
Innovation is critical in the fight against malaria.
Explore our latest carousel to see how tools like vaccines and next-generation bed nets are reshaping malaria control. Discover how T0 is developing a novel gene drive approach to tackle #malaria at its source.
#WorldMalariaDay
Explore our latest carousel to see how tools like vaccines and next-generation bed nets are reshaping malaria control. Discover how T0 is developing a novel gene drive approach to tackle #malaria at its source.
#WorldMalariaDay
This #WorldMalariaDay, research scientist Prisca Kweyamba highlights the importance of preventing transmission at its source.
Her work focusses on developing transmission-blocking strategies to break the cycle of infection and move us closer to malaria elimination.
Her work focusses on developing transmission-blocking strategies to break the cycle of infection and move us closer to malaria elimination.
April 23, 2026 at 12:34 PM
This #WorldMalariaDay, research scientist Prisca Kweyamba highlights the importance of preventing transmission at its source.
Her work focusses on developing transmission-blocking strategies to break the cycle of infection and move us closer to malaria elimination.
Her work focusses on developing transmission-blocking strategies to break the cycle of infection and move us closer to malaria elimination.
How can malaria be prevented?
Our latest carousel explores key strategies for prevention and control, from avoiding mosquito bites to the recommended treatments.
With early diagnosis and prompt treatment, malaria is a preventable and curable disease.
#WorldMalariaDay #DrivenToEndMalaria
Our latest carousel explores key strategies for prevention and control, from avoiding mosquito bites to the recommended treatments.
With early diagnosis and prompt treatment, malaria is a preventable and curable disease.
#WorldMalariaDay #DrivenToEndMalaria
April 22, 2026 at 1:11 PM
How can malaria be prevented?
Our latest carousel explores key strategies for prevention and control, from avoiding mosquito bites to the recommended treatments.
With early diagnosis and prompt treatment, malaria is a preventable and curable disease.
#WorldMalariaDay #DrivenToEndMalaria
Our latest carousel explores key strategies for prevention and control, from avoiding mosquito bites to the recommended treatments.
With early diagnosis and prompt treatment, malaria is a preventable and curable disease.
#WorldMalariaDay #DrivenToEndMalaria
How can global collaborations accelerate progress against malaria?
Prisca Kweyamba shares how strong international partnerships can keep research rooted in local realities, while drawing on global expertise to drive more effective solutions.
#WorldMalariaDay #DrivenToEndMalaria
Prisca Kweyamba shares how strong international partnerships can keep research rooted in local realities, while drawing on global expertise to drive more effective solutions.
#WorldMalariaDay #DrivenToEndMalaria
April 22, 2026 at 1:07 PM
How can global collaborations accelerate progress against malaria?
Prisca Kweyamba shares how strong international partnerships can keep research rooted in local realities, while drawing on global expertise to drive more effective solutions.
#WorldMalariaDay #DrivenToEndMalaria
Prisca Kweyamba shares how strong international partnerships can keep research rooted in local realities, while drawing on global expertise to drive more effective solutions.
#WorldMalariaDay #DrivenToEndMalaria
In the lead up to #WorldMalariaDay, we’re spotlighting the Transmission Zero researchers working to understand and ultimately defeat malaria.
Research Associate, Lison Laroche, is exploring how Plasmodium infection reshapes mosquito biology from within to better understand #malaria transmission.
Research Associate, Lison Laroche, is exploring how Plasmodium infection reshapes mosquito biology from within to better understand #malaria transmission.
April 21, 2026 at 10:15 AM
In the lead up to #WorldMalariaDay, we’re spotlighting the Transmission Zero researchers working to understand and ultimately defeat malaria.
Research Associate, Lison Laroche, is exploring how Plasmodium infection reshapes mosquito biology from within to better understand #malaria transmission.
Research Associate, Lison Laroche, is exploring how Plasmodium infection reshapes mosquito biology from within to better understand #malaria transmission.
Ahead of #WorldMalariaDay, we’re exploring what malaria is and how it affects the body.
Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by Plasmodium parasites, which are transmitted through the bite of an infected female Anopheles mosquito.
To learn more, explore our carousel below! ⬇️
Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by Plasmodium parasites, which are transmitted through the bite of an infected female Anopheles mosquito.
To learn more, explore our carousel below! ⬇️
April 20, 2026 at 1:33 PM
Ahead of #WorldMalariaDay, we’re exploring what malaria is and how it affects the body.
Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by Plasmodium parasites, which are transmitted through the bite of an infected female Anopheles mosquito.
To learn more, explore our carousel below! ⬇️
Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by Plasmodium parasites, which are transmitted through the bite of an infected female Anopheles mosquito.
To learn more, explore our carousel below! ⬇️
#WorldMalariaDay is fast approaching on 25 April!
Throughout this week, we’ll be raising awareness around malaria – from how it spreads and how we can prevent it, to the innovations driving us closer to elimination.
Follow along and stay tuned to learn more about malaria 🦟
#DrivenToEndMalaria
Throughout this week, we’ll be raising awareness around malaria – from how it spreads and how we can prevent it, to the innovations driving us closer to elimination.
Follow along and stay tuned to learn more about malaria 🦟
#DrivenToEndMalaria
April 20, 2026 at 9:39 AM
#WorldMalariaDay is fast approaching on 25 April!
Throughout this week, we’ll be raising awareness around malaria – from how it spreads and how we can prevent it, to the innovations driving us closer to elimination.
Follow along and stay tuned to learn more about malaria 🦟
#DrivenToEndMalaria
Throughout this week, we’ll be raising awareness around malaria – from how it spreads and how we can prevent it, to the innovations driving us closer to elimination.
Follow along and stay tuned to learn more about malaria 🦟
#DrivenToEndMalaria
#WorldHealthDay 2026: “Stand for Health. Stand with Science.”
At T0, we support locally led research and real-world vector control solutions to drive lasting impact against malaria. From the lab to the field, we work with partners to ensure science translates into meaningful, lasting impact.
At T0, we support locally led research and real-world vector control solutions to drive lasting impact against malaria. From the lab to the field, we work with partners to ensure science translates into meaningful, lasting impact.
April 7, 2026 at 1:05 PM
#WorldHealthDay 2026: “Stand for Health. Stand with Science.”
At T0, we support locally led research and real-world vector control solutions to drive lasting impact against malaria. From the lab to the field, we work with partners to ensure science translates into meaningful, lasting impact.
At T0, we support locally led research and real-world vector control solutions to drive lasting impact against malaria. From the lab to the field, we work with partners to ensure science translates into meaningful, lasting impact.
Following International Women’s Day, we’re still reflecting on the scientists shaping global health.
As Felista Tarimo highlights, locally led research is key to a malaria free future.
Read more about Felista's work here: bit.ly/4rML4pf
As Felista Tarimo highlights, locally led research is key to a malaria free future.
Read more about Felista's work here: bit.ly/4rML4pf
March 27, 2026 at 12:41 PM
Following International Women’s Day, we’re still reflecting on the scientists shaping global health.
As Felista Tarimo highlights, locally led research is key to a malaria free future.
Read more about Felista's work here: bit.ly/4rML4pf
As Felista Tarimo highlights, locally led research is key to a malaria free future.
Read more about Felista's work here: bit.ly/4rML4pf
Following International Women’s Day, we’re spotlighting the women at T0 driving research forward throughout March.
Dina leads the discovery of antiparasitic effectors and molecular parasitology activities at Imperial.
Through her leadership, Dina is driving new strategies for malaria control.
Dina leads the discovery of antiparasitic effectors and molecular parasitology activities at Imperial.
Through her leadership, Dina is driving new strategies for malaria control.
March 18, 2026 at 11:55 AM
Following International Women’s Day, we’re spotlighting the women at T0 driving research forward throughout March.
Dina leads the discovery of antiparasitic effectors and molecular parasitology activities at Imperial.
Through her leadership, Dina is driving new strategies for malaria control.
Dina leads the discovery of antiparasitic effectors and molecular parasitology activities at Imperial.
Through her leadership, Dina is driving new strategies for malaria control.