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NewsGlobal research uncovers critical weakness in malaria parasite
Scientists exploring how immunity develops against Plasmodium falciparum found that broadly reactive antibodies from various individuals consistently bound to the same site on a key virulence protein of the malaria parasite.
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NewsNew tool reveals how malaria sticks to red blood vessels
Scientists have unveiled a new tool for studying the highly variable traits that allow malaria parasites to stick to red blood cells and evade the immune system.
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NewsHow protective antibodies get in malaria’s way
Researcher’s structural insights help reveal weak spot in parasite’s plan of attack which could help guide vaccine design.