Articles tagged with Plasmodium
A recent study reveals that an unusually high percentage of genes are expressed during the critical stage of the malaria parasite's life cycle, when it invades red blood cells. The analysis shows a unique pattern of gene expression, with most genes expressed only once in a specific order, suggesting a molecular 'just in time' factory.
Researchers at Scripps Research have created a novel technology to detect single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in malaria parasites, enabling the identification of drug-resistant strains and mapping their spread. The new approach uses gene chips to analyze thousands of SNPs simultaneously.
Researchers at TSRI identified over 2,400 proteins in Plasmodium falciparum, the most deadly malaria parasite, which may lead to new vaccine targets. The study sheds light on how the pathogen causes malaria and could help scientists understand its lifecycle.
A new web-based database provides researchers with access to the Plasmodium genome, enabling them to examine chromosome organization, scan for genes and predict protein structures. The database aims to speed up research and discovery in malaria combat, leveraging global collaboration among diverse scientists.