Sequencing of malaria genomes reveals challenges, opportunities in battle against parasite
Sunday, August 5, 2012 - 15:20
in Biology & Nature
Genetic variability revealed in malaria genomes newly sequenced by two multi-national research teams points to new challenges in efforts to eradicate the parasite, but also offers a better picture of its genetic composition, providing an initial roadmap in the development of vaccines to combat malaria.