
This Week in Parasitism TWiP #12 - Toxoplasma gondii
Jun 18, 2010
Vincent and Dickson discuss Toxoplasma gondii, a successful parasite. They explore its transmission from cats to wildlife, behavioral changes in hosts, and survival tactics. The podcast also covers the potential risks of mosquitoes as bioterrorism weapons and engaging listener feedback. Additionally, they touch on plant parasites, immigration healthcare challenges, and highlights of the World Science Festival.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Global Clinical Burden of Plasmodium Falcipramalaria
02:06 • 18min
Understanding Toxoplasma gondii Transmission in Wildlife
19:42 • 14min
Parasite-induced Behavioral Changes and Transmission Cycle
33:45 • 9min
Unveiling Toxoplasma's Unique Survival Tactics
43:11 • 12min
Unveiling the Intricacies of Toxoplasma parasitism
55:05 • 13min
Mosquitoes as Bioterrorism Weapons
01:08:07 • 5min
Engaging Listener Feedback and Anecdotes
01:13:31 • 3min
Exploring the World of Plant Parasites
01:16:08 • 2min
Immigration, Healthcare, and Disease Control
01:17:58 • 9min
Exploring the World Science Festival and Stephen Hawking's Tribute
01:26:37 • 2min
Exploring Time, Gravity, and Singularity
01:28:54 • 8min
