Speaker Series on Malaria Eradication - Livestream

Transmitted through mosquito bites, malaria is a life-threatening disease that endangers nearly half of the world’s population. Despite being preventable and curable, it killed approximately 619,000 people in 2021. Malaria impacts impoverished communities the most, and children are particularly at risk: Children under five accounted for about 80% of all malaria deaths in Africa in 2021.

Our panelists will discuss ongoing efforts and successes in malaria eradication programs, drawing from their research experience around the world. Dr. Jane Achan will discuss the impact of innovative strategies for malaria reduction in special risk populations in Sub-Saharan Africa. Dr. Ally Olotu will report on the long-term efficacy of the first pediatric malaria vaccine in Kenya and Tanzania. Dr. Michelle Hsiang will share innovative approaches in low transmission elimination settings including Asia and Latin America. The discussion will be moderated by Dr. Jade Benjamin-Chung, Assistant Professor in Epidemiology & Population Health at Stanford University and King Center Faculty Affiliate.