Parasitology

Undergraduate

Parasites are everywhere, and some cause devastating diseases of humans and other animals. Through exploration of parasite diversity, with focus on protozoa, worms, and arthropods, this course analyses benefits and drawbacks of parasitic existence, strategies to enhance transmission, evasion of host immunity, manipulation of host behaviour, and parasite epidemiology. Laboratories feature experimentation with live parasites and examination of preserved material. (3h lab). Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2013, BIOL 2053 and BIOL 2073, each with a minimum grade of C-.