New Nets Project
The New Nets Project managed the rapid scale-up and widespread deployment of dual-active ingredient (AI) insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) to partner countries, making this novel technology designed to overcome insecticide resistance widely available to national malaria control programs (NMCPs) across Africa.
Members of the New Nets Project Durability Monitoring team evaluate the wear and tear of normal household use on some of the newer bed net types in Mandimba, Mozambique. Photo: PATH/Binete Savaio.
Project at a glance
Project duration: 2018-2023
Project funders: Unitaid and The Global Fund
Prime: IVCC
The PATH-led components of the New Nets Project were active in Burkina Faso, Mozambique, Nigeria, and Rwanda
Conducting PATH-led pilot studies to collect data on the entomological and epidemiological impact and durability of dual-AI ITNs as compared to standard ITNs, the sociocultural factors that influence their uptake and usage, and the cost of the ITNs and distribution.
Generating epidemiological evidence of dual-AI ITN impact through randomized controlled trials.
Supporting procurement mechanisms and negotiating lower prices to shape the dual-AI ITN market.
Highlighting operational best practices for conducting national campaigns with multiple types of nets.
Project results
PATH partnered with local researchers and NMCPs to help lead and coordinate pilot studies evaluating the improved efficacy and incremental cost-effectiveness of these next-generation ITNs in real-world settings.
Results from the pilot studies were included in the package of evidence used to develop the new WHO policy recommendations for use of new ITN types in areas of documented insecticide resistance, and are helping guide NMCP strategies and sub-national tailoring approaches.
Technical Areas of Expertise
Vector control
Market access to existing & new tools
Research & evaluation
Surveillance & digital platforms
Routine data collection & reporting, data quality assessments, data use training & integration
Data-driven analytics & mathematical modelling
Meet the team
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Joe Wagman
Project Director, New Nets
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Morgan Heston
Project Administrator
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Binete Savaio
Mozambique Coordinator
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Julia Mwesigwa
Senior Research Officer
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Christelle Gogue
Senior Evaluation Officer
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Peder Digre
Program Officer
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Kyra Arnett
Program Associate
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Vaidehi Chudgar
Program Assistant
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Kenzie Tynuv
Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
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Jenny Shannon
Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning Officer
A two-page summary of the project's aims and objectives.
A report describing the design of the New Nets Project observational studies.
IVCC was the prime for the New News Project. For more information about their work, visit their website.
Our partners
We collaborated closely with global and local partners.