Mitochondrial COI reveals pronounced geographic structuring and limited gene flow in global Aedes aegypti populations
A scientific study analyzed mitochondrial COI gene sequences from Aedes aegypti mosquitoes across five continents to map their genetic diversity. The findings reveal significant geographic structuring and limited gene flow, suggesting that historical dispersal and human activity have shaped the global population of this disease-carrying vector.
Why it matters
Understanding the genetic structure of Aedes aegypti is essential for developing more effective global strategies to control the spread of arboviral diseases like dengue and Zika.
Scientific Reports ( 2026 ) Cite this article
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