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How much does research cost?

Research, like the mosquito study, costs a lot. Scientists need lab equipment, chemicals, and to pay their teams. Funding comes from governments, charities, and sometimes private companies hoping to develop new products, like those mosquito repellents mentioned. It’s a big investment, but it helps us understand the world better.

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