Schistosomiasis - a rich vein of research

Hagan, P. (2009) Schistosomiasis - a rich vein of research. Parasitology, 136(12), pp. 1611-1619. (doi: 10.1017/S003118200999093X)

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Publisher's URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/S003118200999093X

Abstract

The expansion in the volume of research activity over the last 100 years and the acceleration of technological change that underpins the nature and, to a lesser extent, the quality of the science we do, means that those in science today have little time, or indeed opportunity, for reflection on some of the pioneering efforts within their fields. From the first discovery of schistosome parasites in Egypt in 1851 by Theodor Bilharz, research on schistosomiasis has provided valuable insights into many wider aspects of biology and medicine and has attracted an array of colourful and dynamic scientists who have made major advances through elegant experimentation.

Item Type:Articles
Keywords:Schistosomiasis, history, disease
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Hagan, Professor Paul
Authors: Hagan, P.
Subjects:Q Science > QR Microbiology > QR355 Virology
College/School:College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences
Journal Name:Parasitology
ISSN:0031-1820
ISSN (Online):1469-8161
Published Online:20 August 2009

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