Why Google wants to release millions of mosquitoes in the US - dw.com

Google's Debug research program plans to release millions of sterile mosquitoes in parts of the U.S. to suppress populations of species that spread diseases such as dengue. The method relies on releasing large numbers of non-biting, sterile males so wild populations produce fewer offspring and decline over time. The proposal has prompted debate about effectiveness, unintended ecological consequences, and whether humans should intervene in ecosystems to control disease vectors. This episode complements other stories about how human-animal interactions—such as wildlife trade—shape infectious disease risk and response strategies.