The Vector Biology Group at the Malawi Liverpool Wellcome Trust (MLW) stands as a leading centre for malaria vector research in southern Africa. By combining advanced molecular science with deep field expertise, the group delivers precise, context-driven surveillance and rigorous product evaluation. Our state-of-the-art insectaries, molecular laboratories, and extensive semi-field and field infrastructure support comprehensive studies on major malaria vectors such as Anopheles gambiae, An. arabiensis, and An. funestus.
Strengthened by strategic partnerships with the Liverpool Insect Testing Establishment (LITE) and the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM), MLW bridges laboratory precision with the complexities of real-world vector ecology. We specialise in molecular species identification, insecticide resistance profiling, behavioural assays, and the development of innovative biocontrol strategies tailored to local conditions. Committed to scientific integrity, operational excellence, and capacity building, the Vector Biology Group plays a pivotal role in advancing malaria control across Malawi and the wider sub-Saharan region, ensuring interventions meet international standards while addressing ecological and epidemiological realities on the ground.
