A mosquito-free world? KIRO hosts debate

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A mosquito-free world? KIRO hosts debate

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Published on Jun 10, 2025, 12:59:53 PM
Total time: 00:06:53

Episode Description

Scientists can now use gene editing technologies to spread infertility among female mosquitoes, The Washington Post reported last week. This means the pesky insects could be wiped out—but should they be?

While researchers focus on preventing malaria, critics like KIRO Newsradio fill-in host Mike Lewis see potential risks for the ecosystem.

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