Research Articles
Wildlife Parasitology: Advanced Faecal Egg Count Protocols for Research and Drug Development
This article provides a comprehensive guide to faecal egg count (FEC) protocols tailored for wildlife research and anthelmintic development.
Advanced Molecular Detection of Wildlife Co-infections: Methods, Challenges, and Biomedical Applications
This comprehensive review explores the rapidly evolving field of molecular detection of co-infections in wildlife, a critical area for understanding disease ecology and emerging zoonotic threats.
Implementing the New Minimum Data Standard for Wildlife Disease Research: A Guide for Scientists and Drug Development Professionals
This article provides a comprehensive guide to the newly established minimum data standard for wildlife disease research and surveillance.
Mitochondrial Genome Assembly for Parasite Taxonomy: From Sequencing to Species Identification and Drug Discovery
This article provides a comprehensive resource for researchers and scientists utilizing mitochondrial genome assembly in parasite taxonomy and drug discovery.
A Systematic Review of Parasitic Diseases in Otters: Epidemiology, Diagnostic Advances, and Implications for Conservation and Drug Discovery
This systematic review synthesizes current knowledge on parasitic diseases affecting otter species globally, a critical concern as most otter species are threatened or endangered.
Unveiling Haemosporidian Co-infections in Wild Birds: Ecology, Detection, and Biomedical Consequences
Avian haemosporidian parasites, including Plasmodium, Haemoproteus, and Leucocytozoon, are ubiquitous vector-borne pathogens posing significant ecological and potential biomedical challenges.
Beyond Pathogens: The Critical Ecological Roles of Parasites in Ecosystem Functioning and Stability
This article synthesizes current research on the functional roles of parasites in ecosystems, moving beyond their traditional perception as mere pathogens.
The Host Quality-Vulnerability Trade-Off in Parasitism: From Ecological Theory to Therapeutic Intervention
This article synthesizes the fundamental trade-off between host quality and vulnerability, a central principle governing parasite host choice across diverse systems.
Climate Change and Wildlife Parasite Transmission: Impacts, Mechanisms, and Future Challenges for Disease Control
Climate change is fundamentally altering the dynamics of wildlife parasite transmission, with demonstrable impacts on parasite prevalence, geographical range, and the efficacy of control measures.
Commercial vs. In-House PCR for Protozoa Detection: A 2025 Guide for Diagnostics and Research
This article provides a comprehensive analysis for researchers and diagnostics professionals evaluating commercial and in-house PCR assays for protozoan detection.