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Google wants to release 64 million bacteria-riddled mosquitoes across California and Florida. Here’s why scientists are enthusiastic.

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Google has applied for permits to release 64 million mosquitoes infected with Wolbachia bacteria across California and Florida to reduce mosquito-borne diseases like West Nile virus.

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