The grant is allowing experts in U.S. and Thailand to train future scientists in Thailand to be better equipped to address the challenges of malaria. Hopefully, the preliminary work they are doing will help us obtain additional research grants and further our work. |
Understanding how the parasites function, develop and survive will allow us to explore new vaccine and drug options. Many of today's drugs are becoming less effective due to the buildup of resistance within parasite populations. Research concerning population structure and genetic mutations will teach us about the parasites' long-term reactions to drugs. |