Microinjection of A. aegypti Embryos to Obtain Transgenic Mosquitoes
Title:
Microinjection of A. aegypti Embryos to Obtain Transgenic Mosquitoes
Author:
Jasinskiene, Nijole
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Publication Information:
Cambridge, MA MyJoVE Corp 2016
Physical Description:
online resource (1059 seconds)
Series:
Biology
General Note:
Title from resource description page
Abstract:
In this video, Nijole Jasinskiene demonstrates the methodology employed to generate transgenic Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which are vectors for dengue fever. The techniques for correctly preparing microinjection needles, dessicating embryos, and performing microinjection are demonstrated.
Reading Level:
For undergraduate, graduate, and professional students
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Electronic Access:
https://www.jove.com/t/219