Cornell University · BiologyHarrington Lab
Laura C Harrington · Ithaca, New York
Research Focus
Dr. Laura C Harrington's lab at Cornell University focuses on understanding mosquito reproductive biology, particularly the Aedes aegypti species, which is a major vector for diseases like dengue, Zika, and chikungunya. The lab investigates specific molecules in male mosquito seminal fluid that affect female behavior and reproductive success, aiming to develop innovative mosquito control methods that target these molecules to decrease disease transmission. By unraveling the complexities of mosquito mating and reproduction, the lab is contributing to the fight against mosquito-borne illnesses.
Aedes aegyptimosquito reproductionvector controlseminal fluiddengue virusZika viruschikungunya virussperm storagefemale reproductive fitness
Research Aims
4AIM 01Identify the effects of male seminal molecules on female reproductive success.
AIM 02Evaluate how male and female molecules influence sperm storage and survival.
AIM 03Characterize the specific functions of seminal fluid proteins in mosquito reproduction.
AIM 04Design control strategies targeting reproductive biology in mosquito vectors.
Skills the Lab Values
molecular biology techniquesCRISPR/Cas technologychromatographymass spectrometryRNA interferenceanimal modelsbehavioral assayscell cultureprotein identification
Output against the department
Publications185top 35% of dept.364th of 1,033
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Citations9.6ktop 39% of dept.405th of 1,033
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