Zoonotic arboviruses of Papua New Guinea and their vectors: Characterising the mosquito microbiome and evaluating novel surveillance methods
This project describes the microbial communities found in Culex mosquitoes from selected areas of Papua New Guinea, specifically the viruses and bacteria that naturally occur within them (the mosquito microbiome). It provides a detailed overview of the diversity and composition of these microorganisms across different mosquito populations.In addition, the project includes mosquito detection and monitoring to understand which mosquito species are present and where they occur. By establishing a baseline of the mosquito microbiome in this underexplored region, the study provides valuable insights that can support future research into mosquito-borne diseases.