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Recently, the Insectary facility at TIGS successfully hosted a 3-day workshop, 'Beyond the Bite: Exploring Essentials of Mosquito Biology and Rearing'. This engaging workshop combined expert talks with hands-on practical sessions, offering participants an in-depth understanding of mosquito biology, vector research, and the latest developments in the field. The workshop was attended by a diverse group of 20 participants from six different states across the country, engaging in interactive discussions and activities that covered key topics such as mosquito rearing, collection techniques, and dissections. These sessions were designed to enhance participants expertise in exploring the complex world of mosquitoes. 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: 🦟 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁-𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Insights into mosquito biology, vector research, and biocontrol strategies, delivered by leading experts in the field. 🦟 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀-𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Participants gained practical experience in mosquito collection, surveillance, handling and rearing in the insectary, as well as dissecting key epidemiologically significant tissues. 🦟 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: Attendees had the chance to connect with professionals and fellow researchers in entomology, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange. We extend our sincere gratitude to all the participants, speakers, and resource persons, including Dr. R S Sharma and Dr. S L Hoti, for their significant contributions to the success of the workshop. Rakesh Mishra Sunita Swain PhD Sampath Kumar Chaitali Ghosh Naveen Kumar Chethan Kumar Ramanjini Soumya M SOUMYA GOPAL JOSHI Joydeep Roy, Ashok K, Dileep Kumar, DEEPIKA G T karthur veerarjun