Spatially Scalable Integrated Tick Vector/Rodent Reservoir Management to Reduce Human Risk of Exposure to Ixodes scapularis Ticks Infected with Lyme Disease Spirochetes

Lyme disease, caused primarily by the spirochete Borrelia burgdorferi sensu stricto in the United States, is the most commonly reported vector-borne disease with >30,000 confirmed or probable cases reported annually and a recent estimate suggesting that ten-fold more cases may occur.

There

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is currently no human vaccine against B.

burgdorferi.

However, tick/pathogen control efforts that combine killing of host-seeking ticks with targeting of natural rodent reservoirs for B.

burgdorferi can reduce the abundance of host-seeking infected ticks on residential properties.

The purpose of the project is to advance knowledge of the impact of protection of single versus multiple adjacent properties - in relation to human landscape use patterns and tick exposure locations – to reduce human exposure to ticks infected with Lyme disease spirochetes.

Related Programs

Research, Treatment and Education Programs on Lyme Disease in the United States

Department of Health and Human Services






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Additional Information of Eligibility:
Applicant organizations that request funding above the ceiling amount of the award will not be forwarded to peer review or considered for funding.

Full Opportunity Web Address:


Contact:
Amy Yangvdz9@cdc.gov

Agency Email Description:
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Agency Email:
vdz9@cdc.gov

Date Posted:
2015-11-19

Application Due Date:
2016-02-02

Archive Date:
2016-03-03



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