Heather M. Ferguson

Exploring the diversity and spatial distribution of Anopheles mosquitoes and their associated Plasmodium species in Tanzania using the ANOSPP amplicon panel

Abstract Background Species-level identification of malaria vectors and parasites is essential for tailored vector control and clinical case management. However, routine surveillance often relies on morphology, PCR assays restricted to major vector complexes, and parasite-detecti...

Colonisation and temperature-driven variation in life-history traits of the West Nile virus vector Culex pipiens at its Northern European limit

Abstract Background Mosquito-borne diseases (MBDs) are increasing worldwide driven by factors such as travel, land-use change, global trade, and climate warming. In Europe, Culex pipiens sensu lato (s.l.)—the primary vector of West Nile and Usutu viruses—is widespread and an incr...