The word "aegypti" refers to a particular type of mosquito called Aedes aegypti. It is known for carrying diseases like dengue fever, Zika virus, and yellow fever. Full definition
Cornell University scientists [Peter M. Piermarini, et al] have been trying to disrupt the life cycle of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which spread dengue fever. (scientificamerican.com)
The hotly debated gene drive, which uses the gene splicing technology CRISPR, is looking to wipe out the Zika - causing Aedes aegypti mosquito population. (techtimes.com)
Scientists had predicted that Zika would gain a foothold in Florida this year, based on the heavy volume of travel from Latin America and the presence of A. aegypti mosquitoes that can transmit the virus. (sciencemag.org)