Advances in Parasitology

Advances in Parasitology is a comprehensive field of study that focuses on the latest developments and research in the area of parasitology. It encompasses a wide range of topics, including the biology, pathology, and epidemiology of parasites, as well as the interaction between parasites and their hosts.

Pronunciation

Ad-van-ces in Para-si-to-lo-gy

Etymology

The term "parasitology" is derived from the Greek words "parasitos" (meaning "one who eats at the table of another") and "logos" (meaning "study"). The term "advances" is derived from the Old French "avancer", meaning "to move forward".

Related Terms

Parasite: An organism that lives in or on another organism (its host) and benefits by deriving nutrients at the host's expense.
Host (biology): An organism that harbors a parasitic, a mutualistic, or a commensalist guest (symbiont), typically providing nourishment and shelter.
Epidemiology: The study and analysis of the distribution, patterns and determinants of health and disease conditions in defined populations.
Pathology: The study of the causes and effects of disease or injury.
Biology: The natural science that studies life and living organisms, including their physical structure, chemical processes, molecular interactions, physiological mechanisms, development and evolution.

Advancements in Parasitology

Advances in Parasitology includes the latest research and findings related to the biological, pathological, and epidemiological aspects of parasitology. This includes the development of new diagnostic tools, treatments, and prevention strategies for parasitic diseases. It also covers the study of parasite-host interactions, including the mechanisms by which parasites invade, survive, and reproduce within their hosts.

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Advances in Parasitology