In Texas, universities are playing a role in detecting and controlling the New World screwworm. As of a recent date, there have been confirmed cases of this issue in the United States. Most of the confirmed cases are in Texas, with a smaller number in another state.

The USDA is providing funding to support efforts to improve detection, treatment, and eradication of the New World screwworm. Further information about the New World screwworm and the universities' involvement is available from local news sources, including NBC 5 DFW. Details about the funding and the specific technologies being developed are also available from these sources.