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Published on 2024-04-12 16:18:05
TED2024 is a significant event celebrating 40 years of innovation, creativity, courage, and generosity, set to take place in Vancouver, Canada from 15-19 April. One of the featured speakers at this event is Prof. Abdoulaye Diabaté, a renowned champion in the fight against malaria. His talk, titled “How to End Malaria,” aims to catalyze transformative change in global health.
Prof. Diabaté hails from Burkina Faso and serves as the Head of Medical Entomology and Parasitology at the Research Institute in Health Sciences (Institut de Recherche en Sciences de la Santé – IRSS) in Bobo-Dioulasso. His work as the Principal Investigator of Target Malaria Burkina Faso has gained global recognition, leading to prestigious speaking engagements at Harvard University and interviews with major international media outlets such as CNN, BBC, and The New York Times.
In 2023, Prof. Diabaté was honored as one of the 10 global winners of the Falling Walls Science & Innovation Prize, highlighting his groundbreaking efforts in eradicating malaria through innovative gene drive mosquito technology. This technology offers a promising and cost-effective method to reduce the population of malaria mosquitoes, bringing hope to millions worldwide.
Malaria remains a significant health challenge, claiming over 600,000 lives and causing 200 million cases annually, with African communities, especially children and pregnant women, bearing the brunt of the burden. The economic costs of this disease are estimated at $12 billion a year in Africa alone. Despite Africa having the highest burden of preventable diseases, it lags in technology development and global health research. Prof. Diabaté aims to change this narrative.
At TED2024, Prof. Diabaté will showcase Target Malaria’s innovative approach, emphasizing collaboration and the central role of African voices in the fight against malaria. This event underscores the importance of developing domestic expertise and fostering international determination to address one of humanity’s greatest challenges.
As the TED community gathers in Vancouver, Prof. Diabaté’s call to action is poised to inspire and mobilize global efforts towards malaria eradication. African Media Agency (AMA) is distributing the news on behalf of Target Malaria, and updates on TED2024 can be found on their website with the social media hashtag #TED2024.
For media inquiries or interview requests, please contact Eric Segbo at African Media Agency. Target Malaria is a not-for-profit research consortium focused on genetic technologies to reduce malaria transmission, funded by organizations like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Open Philanthropy.
TED is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to spreading ideas and driving meaningful change through diverse initiatives, including TED Talks, podcasts, educational lessons, and TV programs. With a commitment to curiosity, reason, and wonder, TED encourages engagement with ideas to create a better future for all. Follow TED on various social media platforms for more updates.
In conclusion, Prof. Abdoulaye Diabaté’s participation at TED2024 signifies a significant step towards combating malaria and advancing global health efforts. Through collaboration, innovation, and shared determination, the fight against malaria can progress towards a world free from this devastating disease.
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