Published in Nature Genetics · View the paper (DOI)
A global study has identified four genetically distinct populations of Plasmodium vivax, the parasite responsible for debilitating forms of malaria. The findings provide insights into the movement and adaptation of P. vivax over time, suggesting regional variations in mosquito transmission and human infection.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Gene sequences reveal global variations in malaria parasites NIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases · Jun 27, 2016 · first to report
- Researchers uncover global, evolving, and historic make-up of malaria species New York University · Jun 27, 2016