Rising risks in a changing world
Mosquitoes are among the most dangerous disease vectors in the world, transmitting viruses such as Zika, Dengue, Malaria, and Chikungunya. Many species, including the Asian tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus), thrive in urban environments, where they exploit small pools of stagnant water – especially in storm drains – as breeding grounds.
The spread of invasive mosquito species is accelerating due to climate change and urbanisation, making urban mosquito-borne diseases an increasing public health threat.
ZikaSeal™ is a patented, science-driven technology that provides an innovative, pesticide-free, and environmentally friendly solution to control mosquito populations in cities. Developed through interdisciplinary research at the University of Copenhagen, ZikaSeal™ specifically targets storm drains—one of the primary urban breeding sites for mosquitoes such as Aedes albopictus
ZikaSeal™ is a physical barrier designed to fit within storm drains, blocking mosquitoes from accessing standing water while ensuring unhindered water flow. Unlike traditional solutions that rely on pesticides, which contribute to mosquito resistance and require frequent reapplication, ZikaSeal™ offers a long-term, sustainable alternative with minimal maintenance.
At ZikaSeal™, we offer more than just a physical solution. Our development of an advanced modeling system is aimed to design a decision-support tool to help municipalities, utility companies, and urban planners identify exactly where interventions will be most effective.
Instead of treating thousands of storm drains uniformly, our model uses local environmental and urban infrastructure data to create risk maps that show which drains matter most. This makes it possible to focus resources where they have the most significant impact — whether your goal is cost-efficiency, climate adaptation, or operational planning.
The model has successfully been tested using urban data from French cities, including Montpellier. It has demonstrated the ability to highlight specific high-priority drains, enabling phased and targeted deployment strategies that are both practical and scalable.
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ZikaSeal™ flexible physical barrier blocks 24/7 mosquito access to storm drains, preventing them from laying eggs in key breeding sites. This continuously stops the breeding cycle at its source.
ZikaSeal™ provides a long-term physical barrier that requires minimal maintenance once installed. ZikaSeal™ eliminates not only the direct cost of chemicals and pesticides but also saves on the indirect costs of the continuous labor-intensive application of these in each road drain throughout the mosquito season.
ZikaSeal™ is designed to allow rainwater, leaves, and debris to pass through freely, ensuring proper drainage throughout the year.
ZikaSeal™ has been rigorously tested by experts at the University of Copenhagen and Montpellier’s mosquito research institute, EID Méditerranée. Results from field tests have showed a 98-100% reduction in mosquito breeding, proving its effectiveness.
ZikaSeal™ is engineered to withstand extreme weather events; in heavy rains and flooding, it accommodates backflow, and in droughts, it reduces the odor nuisance.
Traditional mosquito control relies heavily on pesticides and chemicals, which can be environmentally harmful.
ZikaSeal™ eliminates the need for repeated pesticide or chemical applications, providing a safer and more environmentally friendly alternative.
"mosquitoes trapped under the zikaseal® cannot pass through the prototype and reach the upper part of the experimental device."
ZikaSeal™ Test Results – Fall 2024
In 2024, the highly recognized French Mosquito research institute in Montpelier, EID Méditerranée, tested the ZikaSeal system in urban storm drains to assess its impact on mosquito control. Using sticky traps and magnification, the study found that ZikaSeal blocked 98-99% of mosquito traffic, preventing egg-laying and larval development. The report confirms its long-term cost benefits, reducing the need for frequent larvicide treatments.
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