Scientists fear an upcoming pandemic spread by the tiger mosquito

Researcher Claude Grison explains the occurrence of chikungunya cases near Montpellier

Claude Grison, a researcher at the CNRS in Montpellier and a specialist in the interactions between biology and the environment, is sounding the alarm about the spread of the chikungunya virus in France. With several cases recently detected in Prades-le-Lez and Castries, she discusses the virus’s origins, the tiger mosquito, and the health challenges ahead. For her, prevention is more crucial than ever.


Midi Libre
, August 1, 2025

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