Malaria : Science World Report

Jul 01, 2014 09:09 AM EDT

Your Scent May Change When You're Infected with Malaria: Natural Mosquito Attractant

Scientists have found that an infection with malaria pathogens actually changes the scent of infected mice and makes them more attractive to mosquitoes.

Mar 07, 2014 09:05 PM EST

Climate Change Could Increase Malaria Presence in Africa and South America

Malaria is a mosquito-borne disease caused by a parasite and is primarily present in Africa, India, and South America. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that there were 219 million cases of malaria worldwide in 2010, mostly in Africa.

Feb 21, 2014 12:44 PM EST

Deadly Malaria Parasite Originates in Africa Rather Than in Asian Primates

Plasmodium vivax is known as the second-worst malaria parasite of humans. Previous studies have shown that Asian primates were the closest genetic relatives of the parasite that has put 2.5 billion people at risk. Now, a new study reveals otherwise.

Jan 02, 2014 10:58 PM EST

Sensor Uses Vapor Nanobubbles to Rapidly Detect Malaria Through the Skin

Rice University researchers have developed a noninvasive technology that accurately detects low levels of malaria infection through the skin in seconds with a laser scanner. The "vapor nanobubble" technology requires no dyes or diagnostic chemicals, and there is no need to draw blood.

Dec 19, 2013 09:25 PM EST