Cost-Effective, Ethical Mosquito Blood Feeder for Research
Digital Thermo Mosquito Blood Feeder (DITMOF)
Tags: Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia, Healthcare & Lifesciences
The Digital Thermo Mosquito Blood Feeder (DITMOF) is an advanced device designed for mosquito studies, offering a cost-effective and ethical alternative to using live animals for blood feeding. It uses a stainless steel system with a digital controller to heat animal blood to body temperature, providing optimal conditions for mosquito rearing. The device is portable, user-friendly, and reduces the need for costly animal housing. DITMOF is particularly useful in research labs and mosquito-rearing facilities. Its application in disease control research can significantly enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
IP Type or Form Factor: Device
TRL: 7 - product operates in intended environment with industrial standards
Industry or Tech Area: Public Health & Universal Healthcare; Biotechnology
