B.I.T.E. Program

Biology Investigations with Engineering and Technology

The B.I.T.E. program aims to produce a digital mosquito map and “BITE Index” for communities by partnering with schools to engage students in authentic citizen-science and engineering design. Over the course of the program students will learn how to identify mosquito breeding areas, understand the mosquito life cycle, identify mosquito larva, and ultimately reduce the risk of mosquito-borne illnesses to their family.

Participation Paths

We are looking for schools and programs to partner with us in bringing this curriculum to students at all levels K-12. Program participation is currently free and open to any school for participation. We have 3 suggested participation paths and are always open to new ideas.

Field Technician- Monitor mosquito populations through data collection.

Material Innovator- Design a better mosquito trap for scientists to use.

Digital Innovator- Use emerging technology to create a digital mosquito map and BITE Index.

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If you have new ideas for the program or need help with something let us know.

Guha Dharmarajan, Ph.D., Assistant Research Scientist, Savannah River Ecology Lab:: Phone: 803-725-3241; Email: guha@uga.edu

Eric Knapp, STEM Education Consultant

Education Enhanced
Atlanta, GA

Phone: 828-507-6817;

Email: Eric@eduhanced.com

B.I.T.E. Program

Biology Investigations with Engineering and Technology

Participation Paths

ACT Now!

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