Podcast Episodes

TWiP #4 - Trichinella life cycle

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Vincent and Dick trace the life cycle of Trichinella spiralis in an infected host.

Host links: Vincent Racaniello and Dickson Despommier

Links for this episode:

Trichinella life cycle (jpg) Newborn …

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Published on 15 years, 6 months ago

TWiP #3 - Trichinella spiralis

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Vincent and Dick distinguish among intracellular and extracellular parasites, then discuss the history and general characteristics of Trichinella spiralis.

Host links: Vincent Racaniello and Dickson…

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Published on 15 years, 8 months ago

TWiP #2 - General parasitism

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Vincent and Dick classify parasites according to whether or not they are transmitted by a vector, then consider the implications of long-lived parasites.

Host links: Vincent Racaniello and Dickson …

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Published on 15 years, 8 months ago

TWiP #1 - Introduction to parasitism

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Vincent and Dick provide an overview of parasites and parasitism.

Host links: Vincent Racaniello and Dickson Despommier

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Published on 15 years, 9 months ago