Tune in online for our Science at Melbourne Masterclass, live from our Parkville Campus.

In this masterclass, medical entomologist Dr Veronique Paris will explore how mosquitoes spread disease and why they remain one of the world’s most challenging public health threats. From locally widespread viruses like Ross River and Barmah Forest to global diseases such as dengue and malaria, discover how these insects affect communities in Australia and beyond.

Go behind the scenes of the lab to uncover the surprisingly hands-on methods scientists use, including feeding mosquitoes on their own arms to study their behaviour up close. Drawing on advanced genomics and field-based research, Veronique reveals innovative, sustainable approaches to mosquito control—and how science is helping curb the spread of disease.