About Mosquito-Borne Infectious Diseases: Data and Analytical Tools Landscaping Review to Address Research Gaps

Mosquito-borne viruses (MBVs)—including dengue, Zika, chikungunya, yellow fever, and Rift Valley fever—remain a pressing public health concern, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Despite extensive research, there is still limited clarity around the types of data collected, their quality, and the analytical tools available. A comprehensive mapping of the global data landscape is crucial to uncover research gaps, monitor outbreaks, and forecast the spread of these viruses.

To help address these challenges, a landscape review was conducted to understand the data, tools, and infrastructure currently used to understand MBV diseases. As part of this initiative, a workshop was convened to raise awareness, refine the review’s findings, and explore strategies to enhance research uptake.

The key objectives were:

• Map the current arbovirus data ecosystem—including datasets, analytical tools, and infrastructure—to deepen understanding of disease burden, transmission patterns, clinical outcomes, and outbreak risks.
• Identify critical data gaps that hinder the development of effective public health interventions.  
• Explore barriers and opportunities** for strengthening collaboration and improving the use of research in policy and practice.

Gateway Advisor Biographies: 

David J. Allen, University of Surrey, Associate Professor in Virology
A virologist with twenty years of experience in academia and public health agencies. His research focuses on virus-host interactions, virus emergence and the development of accessible diagnostics for viral diseases

Kenneth Chan, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, PhD student
After completing an MSc in Medical Microbiology at LSHTM, he is now pursuing a PhD to advance the use of next-generation sequencing technologies for clinical viral diagnostics.
Jessica Dennehy, Arctech Innovation Senior Scientific Project Manager

Jessica Dennehy, Arctech Innovation, Senior Scientific Project Manager
An experienced coordinator working in infectious disease and vector control research, including field trial management and stakeholder engagement activities.

Will Dyall, Arctech Innovation, Scientific Project and Data Manager
A leader on projects involving innovative technologies and a data manager for a spatial repellent RCT and supported with partnerships such as the UK VBD Hub.

Alexandra Hiscox, Arctech Innovation, Co-director of Social Impact and Business Development Support
A medical entomologist with over fifteen years of experience working on vector-borne diseases and field evaluations of novel control tools.

Akin Jenkins, Arctech Innovation, Head of Services
An infectious diseases specialist with a background in veterinary research at the One Health interphase. He leads on fostering partnerships in the global health space to address infectious disease challenges.

Robert T. Jones, Arctech Innovation, Director of Grant Development, and LSHTM, Assistant Professor
As an Assistant Professor in the Department of Disease Control at LSHTM, he investigates the control of arbovirus vectors.

James G. Logan, Arctech Innovation Co-Founder & CEO, and Professor at LSHTM
A medical entomologist and entrepreneur with more than 23 years' experience in vector control research, investigating technologies for the surveillance and control of arthropod vectors.
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Mr. Njung’e Wanjiru, Kenya, Independent Visual Artist & Illustrator
A multidisciplinary visual artist, illustrator, and art director whose work explores identity, culture, and social transformation through visual storytelling. Based between Nairobi and Addis Ababa, he collaborates with organizations across Africa and globally to translate complex research, climate, and health themes into compelling visuals. His projects often combine illustration, animation, and participatory methods to foster engagement and dialogue. He has exhibited his work internationally, addressing diverse themes across art, culture, and society.