Inaki’s research focuses on developing and implementing sustainable technologies to control vector-borne neglected tropical diseases in low- and middle-income countries, where resources are limited. Following a translational research framework, his group conducts field-based studies to assess vector behavioural responses and integrates the findings with vector management and One Health approaches to identify cost-effective control strategies. Before implementation, they conduct field trials to assess effectiveness of these strategies. Supported by a multidisciplinary partnership, his group use modelling to predict their impact on disease transmission, associated costs, and community perception and engagement. If proven viable, they progress to large-scale implementation of the assessed cost-effective strategies in the areas that need them most.

Inaki is involved in teaching and supervising MSc and diploma students across all programs offered at LSTM. He is particularly interested in supervising PhD projects focused on translational research to develop and implement cost-effective, low-tech solutions for controlling vectors of neglected tropical diseases in low- and middle-income countries, with an emphasis on community perception and engagement.