Babesiosis

While Babesiosis has been a concern in some states in the US for many years, recent research has shown a significant increase in the number of cases in the northeastern states. In this article, we will explore what babesiosis is, ..

Tags: Parasites • Parasitic Diseases • United States

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

New Biomolecules to fight Kala Azar Drug Resistance

A team of researchers from Department of Biotechnology, National Centre for Cell Science have found ways to combat drug resistance of Kala Azar disease. Miltefosine is the only drug available against Leishmaniasis or Kala Azar and is losing its effectiveness ..

Tags: Biotechnology • Biotechnology in India • Drugs • National Centre for Disease Control • Parasites

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2020

Henneguya salminicola

Scientists have discovered that the parasitic animal, Henneguya salminicola, doesn’t require oxygen for survival. This makes it the only known animal to be capable of living in anaerobic environment. What is Henneguya salminicola? Henneguya salminicola is a parasitic animal that ..

Tags: Anaerobic Environment • Evolution • Mitochondria • Parasites • Salmon Fish