project titled "Integrated phenotypic and genotypic Aedes aegypti insecticide resistance surveillance in military relevant regions in eastern and central Honduras”.

The project aims to conduct integrated phenotypic and genotypic Aedes aegypti insecticide resistance surveillance in military relevant regions in eastern and central Honduras. The contractor will provide services including project management, collection and processing of entomological samples, and shipment of collected samples. The study will prioritize the departments of Comayagua, Cortes, and Olancho, and will involve the collection of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, DNA extraction, and molecular testing. The contractor will also provide epidemiological data and laboratory results to NAMRU SOUTH. Some key aspects of the project include: • Collection of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes in at least 10 blocks within and/or around military bases on each site • Conducting CDC bottle bioassays to assess insecticide susceptibility • Performing DNA extraction and molecular testing of entomological specimens • Providing access to laboratory space and use of equipment for sand fly molecular testing and/or bloodmeal analysis • Participating in monthly teleconferences with NAMRU SOUTH • Delivering databases for field collecting data, vector species identification, DNA samples, and insecticide resistance testing to NAMRU SOUTH