Research by Dr. Ross also involves endosymbionts, which are organisms that live inside other organisms, such as bacteria in the human gut. His research focuses on how these endosymbionts can be used in pest and disease control programs.

Although it may seem painful, Dr. Ross's actions have a noble purpose. By allowing himself to be bitten by mosquitoes, he contributes to the effort to fight diseases and improve human health. This shows how important science is in finding solutions to global health problems. Source: Unilad.com.