Researchers have shown how genetic defects in Toxoplasma gondii are rescued if co-infected with normal parasites, thanks to supportive secreted proteins. The study is published in eLife ...
Parasite, zombie, leech—these words are often used to describe people in unkind ways. Many of us recoil when ticks, tapeworms ...
An ecologist shares his passion for parasites. From their vital roles in nature, to strange super powers and extraordinarily complex life cycles, parasites are natural wonders worthy of protection.
Then I became acquainted with Toxoplasma gondii. In my research at the Indiana University School of Medicine, I observed how the single-celled T. gondii parasite can change the behavior of the ...
Our research focus is to elucidate molecular mechanisms regulating cellular immune responses using the opportunistic pathogen Toxoplasma gondii. Proper immune system function is paramount for human ...
Infested by Toxoplasma gondii. videoInfested by Toxoplasma gondii In this short film Dr Michael Mosley describes the infection of household cats with Toxoplasma gondii.
Infested by Toxoplasma gondii. videoInfested by Toxoplasma gondii In this short film Dr Michael Mosley describes the infection of household cats with Toxoplasma gondii. Infested with malaria.
I joined Gubbels lab in 2022 to work on another Apicomplexan parasite Toxoplasma gondii. My work consists in understanding the implication of kinases and phosphatases in the parasite structure.