Parasitism: Biology and Disease

Protozoan parasites influence the health of human populations in less developed countries, leading to severe human suffering and loss of economic development. Understanding the fundamental biology of these pathogens and how they are transmitted is essential for developing treatments and mitigation strategies to improve human health. Focuses on biochemical, genetic, cellular, and immunological aspects of parasite and host responses. Expected: BIOL 0470 or BIOL 0530 . This course was formerly "Biology of Emerging Microbial Diseases"