Lee Ching Ng
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About
Lee Ching Ng is a leading researcher in vector control and infectious disease epidemiology, with a particular focus on innovative biological strategies to combat dengue fever. Based in Singapore, Ng's work centers on harnessing *Wolbachia* bacteria as a tool for suppressing *Aedes aegypti* mosquito populations — the primary vector of dengue, Zika, and chikungunya viruses. Ng's most significant contributions involve rigorous real-world evaluation of the Incompatible Insect Technique (IIT) combined with the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT), in which Wolbachia-infected male mosquitoes are released to render wild female reproduction non-viable. Her 2024 synthetic control study demonstrating the efficacy of Wolbachia-mediated sterility in reducing dengue incidence has already garnered 80 citations, underscoring its immediate scientific impact. A companion study examining adult mosquito population suppression has accumulated 46 citations in the same year, reflecting the breadth and urgency of her research agenda. By employing sophisticated epidemiological methods — including synthetic control studies and target trial emulation — Ng bridges laboratory science with actionable public health policy. Her work is shaping Singapore's national vector control strategy and providing a globally replicable model for dengue prevention in the absence of widely effective vaccines or treatments.
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