NIH-NIAID Schistosomiasis Resource Center: Supporting Schistosomiasis Research
Author Information
Author(s): Lewis Fred A., Liang Yung-san, Raghavan Nithya, Knight Matty
Primary Institution: Biomedical Research Institute, Rockville, Maryland, United States of America
Conclusion
The NIH-NIAID Schistosomiasis Resource Center has significantly advanced schistosomiasis research by providing essential resources and support to investigators.
Supporting Evidence
- The resource has provided life cycle stages to between 35 and 50 laboratories worldwide each year.
- Approximately 90% of experimental schistosomiasis papers in the last 3 years are from laboratories relying on this resource.
- The resource has been instrumental in creating uniformity of source and standardization of study protocols.
Takeaway
This resource center helps scientists study a disease caused by parasites by giving them the materials they need for free, making research easier and more effective.
Methodology
The resource provides living schistosome life cycle stages and related materials to laboratories worldwide, along with training and support for researchers.
Limitations
The resource cannot house snails or mammals after infection due to space and funding constraints.
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