Advanced Module: Vector Biology and Control Training in Ghana

Date/Time/Duration

Monday, June 21, 2021 - 8:00am

Venue/Location

Online-Zoom & Department of Conservation Biology and Entomology

Organized By

Dept. of Conservation Biology and Entomology & Center for International Health, LMU Munich, Germany

Category

Speaker(s)

Andreas Kudom, PhD – University of Cape Coast

Lisa Hoffäller, M.A. – CIH-LMU Center for International Health (Germany)

In the lab

Epidemiology of vector borne disease with special reference to Ghana
Examine selected arthropods of medical importance
Basic functional morphology of arthropods of medical importance
Methods of evaluation of susceptibility and efficacy of insecticides and control tools
Molecular techniques used in mosquito control

In the field

AT THE END OF THE COURSE, YOU WILL BE ABLE TO

Explain the biology and behavior of mosquitoes and relate it to control strategies
Critically discuss the purpose and role of entomological studies in control of vector-borne diseases
Compare the life cycle of selected vectors and relate them to disease transmission
Apply a range of specialized technical skills relevant to mosquito control

COURSE DETAILS

Pre-readings will be distributed two weeks prior to course start
8 full days, face-to-face-course (full-time attendance is required)
Dynamic learning methods include: lectures, tutorials, practical work and field trips
Post-course assignment is due two weeks after the end of the face-to-face-course
Every participant receives a certificate of attendance and 3 ECTS credit points upon successful completion of the whole course.

Participants who require scholarship should send their motivation letter to vectorbiol.oh-target@ucc.edu.gh by close of date 14.05.2021. Further details will be communicated after submission.

Participants who do not require scholarship should please find below the link to registration to the module:
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