Associate Professor. Malaria transmission cell biologist at LSHTM. LSHTM Malaria Centre Co-director
Joined July 2011
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Michael Delves retweeted
🦟 Could genetically modified mosquitoes help control malaria?
A new study led by @LSHTM 's Prof Jackie Cook will evaluate their potential to reduce malaria transmission in Djibouti.
Read more 👉 bit.ly/4eyeymq
#Malaria
Michael Delves retweeted
New tools are changing malaria prevention but there is still work to do. WHO recommends using vaccination as part of a broader malaria-control strategy.
#WiM #FactsFriday
Michael Delves retweeted
🦟 What role does vitamin B6 play in malaria transmission?
New research from @LSHTM & @imperialcollege shows malaria parasites rely on vitamin B6 to develop inside mosquitoes, highlighting potential new ways to block transmission.
🔗bit.ly/4yiU8pJ
Michael Delves retweeted
The short course in travel medicine at
@LSHTM
is open for applications. It's one of the best courses I've ever taken and now I'm proud to teach on it alongside world class experts.
It's for physicians, pharmacists, specialist nurses - anyone interested in reducing risk for travellers with complex needs or itineraries.
Come join us in London from 2nd -6th November 2026
lshtm.ac.uk/study/courses/sh…
Michael Delves retweeted
Some Friday inspiration 🌍
Great to see @ObetaOdinaka featured by Prospects, sharing his journey as a Chevening Scholar & his commitment to tackling malaria & strengthening health systems.
Proud to have him in our community at @LSHTM & @LSEnews
👉bit.ly/4AD2kTl
Michael Delves retweeted
Could malaria be treated with a single dose? 💊
The new #WANECAM3 programme aims to develop next-generation malaria treatments, with @LSHTM's @kbbeshir leading work to track emerging drug resistance.
Funded by @EDCTP3 , @Novartis & @MedsforMalaria.
👉bit.ly/4hv78lW
Michael Delves retweeted
Delighted that we have been funded a PhD programme in global health by @wellcometrust. We will be advertising soon - website will also be updated to provide info about our new programme @CreatePhd wellcome.org/insights/articl…
Michael Delves retweeted
🦟 A mosquito colony with origins dating back to 1975 is still helping scientists study malaria today.
For #WorldMosquitoDay, go behind the scenes at @LSHTM and @mrcunitgambia to meet the mosquitoes supporting malaria research.
Read more 👉 bit.ly/4hJprob
Michael Delves retweeted
Meet the "princess mosquitoes", the nickname given to the notoriously fussy Aedes vexans 🦟
Researchers at @LSHTM have established the UK's first lab colony to support research on future mosquito-borne disease threats.
Read more in @Telegraph 👉 bit.ly/4cixqVp
ALT The chamber creates optimal conditions to encourage the mosquitoes to lay eggs. Credit: Simon Townsley/The Telegraph
ALT A British Aedes vexans mosquito, bred at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. Credit: Simon Townsley/The Telegraph
ALT Entomologist and insectary technician Mariana Reis Wunderlich. Credit: Simon Townsley/The Telegraph
ALT Ms Reis Wunderlich describes the mosquitoes as ‘very fussy eaters’. Credit: Simon Townsley/The Telegraph
Michael Delves retweeted
Malaria drug resistance is a growing concern.
Research by @LSHTM Research Fellow @Leen_Vhr and colleagues identifies genetic changes in parasites in Ethiopia that may affect treatment effectiveness.
Read more 👉bit.ly/4fTuTC6
Michael Delves retweeted
Ndey Fatou Drammeh, #MARCADPlus PhD fellow, is currently undertaking advanced training in CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing of Plasmodium falciparum in the Moon Lab at @LSHTM as part of her PhD work on Plasmodium falciparum experimental genetics.
#malaria #MalariaResearch #EndMalaria
Michael Delves retweeted
ECRs @LSHTM held a public engagement activity at William Perkin CofE High School, introducing students to malaria & vector-borne diseases through hands-on activities & live demonstrations.
We're committed to inspiring the next gen of scientists.
👉 bit.ly/4vBS0qJ
Michael Delves retweeted
The short course in travel medicine at @LSHTM is open for applications. It's one of the best courses I've ever taken (and now I'm proud to teach on it alongside world class experts!)
For physicians, pharmacists, specialist nurses - anyone interested in reducing risk for travellers with complex needs or itineraries.
Come join us in London from 2nd -6th November 2026
lshtm.ac.uk/study/courses/sh…
Michael Delves retweeted
New study led by Dr Fitsum Tadese and colleagues found a 98.6% cure rate for first-line malaria treatment in Djibouti, with no evidence of artemisinin resistance.
An important benchmark for future surveillance.
Read more 👉 bit.ly/4h6ODV0
Michael Delves retweeted
New studies led by Dr @fgtadesse and colleagues show first-line malaria treatments remain highly effective in Ethiopia, while a newer combination could help cut Plasmodium vivax transmission.
Read more 👉bit.ly/4viFKeC
Michael Delves retweeted
Two days, one shared goal. 🦟
A great start to our malaria retreat, bringing together colleagues from @mrcunitgambia and @imperialcollege to exchange ideas, reflect on our work, and shape what comes next.
Michael Delves retweeted
Incredibly proud of Messi Haile @mehsehret, a @cmholab founding member, for her beautiful work uncovering the inner workings of a central piece of the malaria parasite invasion machinery: the malarial moving junction, out today in
@CellPressNews ! tinyurl.com/4p3md2eb 🦠❄️🔬
Michael Delves retweeted
Are you ready for bite season? 🦟
Mojca Kristan warns UK has perfect weather conditions for surge in #mosquitoes this year.
Learn about 30 species of British mosquitoes, why some people get bitten more than others & how to protect yourself
Read more 👉 lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/news/…
Michael Delves retweeted
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Prof. Bob Sinden, a dear friend, collaborator and internationally recognized leader in cellular parasitology.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.
Read our tribute: bit.ly/4gASCci
🤖 Made with AI
Michael Delves retweeted
A researcher from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi (KNUST) has played a key role in one of the world's leading malaria research conferences, highlighting the university's growing influence in global efforts to combat the disease.
Learn more here⬇️
knust.edu.gh/news/news-items…
