Plasmodium Falciparum | A unique look into the world of the female with a vengeance

Plasmodium Falciparum

A unique look into the world of the female with a vengeance

History and Treatment of Malaria

We’ve gotten up close and personal with this parasite. We have learned how it maneuvers through the world and its genetic sequence. We were even able to see its display at the CDC Museum. But today we will go back even further. Where did this parasite come from? What vaccines are used to fight it?…

The Life Cycle of Plasmodium Falciparum

The thing that makes an organism unique is its way of life. How it transforms and maneuvers throughout the world. A life cycle is a series of stages an organism passes through during over the span of its lifetime (The Evolution of Life Histories: Theory and Analysis, 1992). In the case of Plasmodium Falciform, there…

Cell Structure of Plasmodium Falciparum

Welcome back So, this week we will explore a little deeper into the world in of Plasmodium falciparum. We will get up close and personal with these parasites. But not too close. The size and shape of these parasites depend on stages in development. The following includes a table of the various existing forms in…

CDC Museum Visit !

The David J Sencer Centers for Disease Control & Prevention showcases public health content and historic moments. It works to secure us against diseases and potential health hazards and outbreaks. It is located in the Druid Hills area off Clifton Rd. It is near the Emory University Campus, which is quite beautiful. The CDC museum is…