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Microinjection of A. aegypti Embryos to Obtain Transgenic Mosquitoes
Microinjection of A. aegypti Embryos to Obtain Transgenic Mosquitoes
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Microinjection of A. aegypti Embryos to Obtain Transgenic Mosquitoes

Microinjection of A. aegypti Embryos to Obtain Transgenic Mosquitoes

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17:39 min

July 04, 2007

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17:39 min
July 04, 2007

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In this video, Nijole Jasinskiene demonstrates the methodology employed to generate transgenic Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which are vectors for dengue fever. The techniques for correctly preparing microinjection needles, dessicating embryos, and performing microinjection are demonstrated.

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