Genetic and Functional Goals of Science of the East and West and the Dynamics of Science

Abstract

Genetic and genomic information now available for the malaria parasites, their
mosquito vectors and human host, can be harnessed to both develop these tools and monitor their
effectiveness. Here we review and provide specific examples of current technological advances and how
these genetic and genomic tools have increased our knowledge of host, parasite and vector biology in
relation to malaria elimination and in turn enhanced the potential to reach that goal. We then discuss
limitations of these tools and future prospects for the successful achievement of global malaria
elimination goals.