Malaria parasite gene could be effective drug target to block transmission
A newly-discovered gene in the malaria parasite could be a good target for future drugs aimed at preventing disease transmission.
A newly-discovered gene in the malaria parasite could be a good target for future drugs aimed at preventing disease transmission.
Cell & Microbiology
Oct 27, 2023
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Cats are hunters by nature, which is why it's not uncommon for an outdoor cat to bring home a "gift," left on their owner's doorstep.
Ecology
Oct 20, 2023
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Toxoplasma infects a large part of the human population and animals. While most infections are harmless, the parasite poses a severe threat to the immunocompromised and during pregnancy. Toxoplasma is predicted to secrete ...
Cell & Microbiology
Oct 11, 2023
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Almost everything about insects called kissing bugs is revolting, from the insidious way they bite people's faces at night to drink their blood while they sleep to the way they spread disease through their poop.
Ecology
Aug 23, 2023
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More than 80% of Australian mammals are found nowhere else in the world. Many of these unique, iconic creatures are under threat.
Plants & Animals
Aug 23, 2023
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It's an elegant solution: Remove the habitat of a parasite-carrying aquatic snail and reduce the level of infection in the local community; all while generating more feed and compost for local farmers.
Ecology
Aug 1, 2023
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Neglected tropical diseases affect more than 1 billion people–one-sixth of the world's population. Despite their devastating health consequences, these diseases, which occur in some of the world's poorest and most isolated ...
Cell & Microbiology
Jul 24, 2023
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Schistosomiasis, a parasitic disease that causes organ damage and death, affected more than 250 million people worldwide in 2021, according to the World Health Organization.
Ecology
Jul 13, 2023
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Scientists have discovered a new class of compound that is potentially active against trypanosome parasites that cause human African trypanosomiasis (or sleeping sickness) and Chagas disease.
Biochemistry
Jun 30, 2023
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Kittens and cats, whether they live indoors or outdoors, can be exposed to diseases caused by viruses or bacteria. Vaccinations help protect our feline friends by preventing the spread of these diseases and boosting their ...
Veterinary medicine
Mar 24, 2023
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