Evaluating the effectiveness of new insecticidal nets for malaria control in rural Kenya
Official title: Real-World Impact of Next Generation Insecticidal Nets for Malaria Control in Rural Western Kenya
Funded at Moi University College of Health Sciences · NIH-11061883 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how well new insecticidal nets work to prevent malaria in rural Western Kenya, focusing on how people use them and how effective they are over time, so we can better understand their impact on the community.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Moi University College of Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Eldoret, Kenya) |
| Project start | April 1, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $139,469 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AI183393-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11061883 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include children under 11 years old living in rural areas of Western Kenya who are at risk of malaria.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living outside the targeted rural communities in Western Kenya or those not at risk of malaria may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the real-world impact of next-generation insecticidal nets designed to combat malaria in rural Western Kenya. It focuses on understanding how these modified nets, which include a synergist to counteract insecticide resistance, perform over time in community settings. The study will track the usage and effectiveness of these nets among a cohort of over 500 individuals, collecting data on malaria cases, mosquito populations, and community feedback. By engaging with the local population, the research aims to identify barriers to consistent net use and assess the nets' long-term efficacy.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved malaria control strategies, ultimately reducing infection rates and enhancing community health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that modified insecticidal nets can be effective, but this specific approach is being tested for the first time in this community context.
Where this research is happening
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Moi University College of Health Sciences
Eldoret, Kenya Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mangeni, Judith — Moi University College of Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Mangeni, Judith
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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