Subjects

Through thematic conferences, round tables, symposia and practical activities, there will be discussed the main aspects related to Medical Entomology and vector´s integrated management.

General Topics

• Global situation of Medical Entomology and vector control. Challenges and Perspectives
• Update on the distribution of the main vectors of arboviruses, malaria, leishmaniasis, Chagas disease, onchocerciasis and other filariasis.
• Update on field studies related to biogeography and ecology of the vectors to know the changes in their populations´ dynamics
• Update on laboratory studies aimed to explore factors such as survival rates, natural increase, fecundity, fertility, etc. of which depends directly the success of control strategies.
• Progress on capacity studies and vectorial competence
• Interaction host-parasite.
• Entomological Surveillance. Strengths and Weaknesses
• Progresses in vector control methods
• Surveillance of resistance. Resistance’s mechanisms.
• New technologies in vector control (Use of Wolbachia, sterile insect technique and others)
• Progresses in the study of essential oils from plants in the search of natural products for vectors´ control.
• Control of other vectors (mice and molluscs)
• Update on African snail control in Latin America and Cuba.
• Social determinants and social communication. Approaches to the vector control
• Community Participation in vector control. Strengths and Weaknesses