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Scientists decipher malaria parasite DNA

Scientists have successfully sequenced the genome of the malaria parasites Plasmodium vivax and Plasmodium knowlesi.

15 October 2008 | EN

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New antimalarials 'within next two years'

The Medicines for Malaria Venture plans to roll out three new antimalarials by 2010, according to its new five-year plan.

2 October 2008 | EN

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Low-cost antimalarials 'on the horizon'

Cheaper medicines for malaria are on the horizon with new and faster genetic techniques, say scientists.

1 October 2008 | EN

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'Variety best' in malaria treatment

Using a range of therapies to treat malaria is potentially more effective than one standard drug, a study finds.

19 September 2008 | EN | 中文

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Malaria drug 'contributing to antibiotic resistance'

Overuse of a drug used in treating malaria may play a role in growing resistance to a related antibiotic, according to a new study in Guyana.

30 July 2008 | EN | ES | 中文

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Malaria drugs reduce anaemia, increase attention in kids

A study in Kenya shows that malaria intermittent preventative treatment reduces anaemia and increases attention span in children.

21 July 2008 | EN

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Cross-border malaria research rewarded in Africa

Institutions in Ghana, Mali, Mozambique and Tanzania have won an international cooperation award for their joint efforts in malaria research.

12 June 2008 | EN

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Clinical trials in Africa receive funding boost

A new funding announcement means that African scientists will be able to mastermind their own medical research projects.

6 June 2008 | EN | 中文

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Malaria 'causes immune system to attack own DNA'

Malaria infection can cause children's immune systems to attack its own DNA, worsening the severity of the disease, a study reveals.

21 May 2008 | EN | 中文

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One third of African antimalarials 'substandard'

A study has found that around one third of antimalarial drugs available in six African cities are below WHO standards.

Source: Health-e

12 May 2008 | EN | 中文

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Studies yield malaria target proteins

Separate research teams have discovered proteins that could aid the development of antimalarial techniques.

6 May 2008 | EN

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Brazil launches low-cost malaria drug

Brazil has developed a malaria drug — combining two drugs in a single pill — that will cost just US$2.5 per treatment.

23 April 2008 | ES

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Interactive website aims to attract malaria funding

An innovative website aimed at attracting research funds from the global public has been launched to mark World Malaria Day.

21 April 2008 | EN

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US$40 million funding boost for African researchers

UK-based medical charity the Wellcome Trust will inject almost US$40 million into training scientists in Sub-Saharan Africa.

15 April 2008 | EN

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Haiti 'needs to widen fight on malaria'

It is possible to defeat malaria in Haiti, but only with an extended effort in treatment interventions and mosquito control, say researchers.

15 April 2008 | ES

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UK scientist honoured for African malaria research

A UK scientist has received Japan's Africa Prize for his research on creating and designing effective strategies to control malaria.

9 April 2008 | EN

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Colombian scientists synthesise potential malaria vaccine

A Colombian research group has synthesised an early-stage vaccine that could potentially be used to treat malaria.

7 April 2008 | EN | ES

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Antimalarial suppositories 'buy time' for patients

A single high dose suppository of antimalarial drugs can stall malaria long enough for patients to reach help, say researchers.

4 April 2008 | EN | 中文

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Blood disorder 'can defend against severe anaemia'

Scientists have shed light on how a mild anaemic disorder protects children from contracting a severe form of anaemia induced by malaria.

20 March 2008 | EN | 中文

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South Asia News in brief: 1–15 March 2008

A round-up of news from or about South Asia for the period 1–15 March 2008.

20 March 2008 | EN