About this Research Topic
Parasitic infections remain a significant global health burden, affecting millions of people worldwide, particularly in resource-limited settings. Understanding the interplay between epidemiological factors and ecological determinants is crucial for developing effective control strategies to mitigate the transmission of parasites and reduce the associated morbidity and mortality. Recent studies have highlighted the importance of considering both human and environmental factors in understanding parasite transmission dynamics. However, there are still significant gaps in our knowledge, particularly regarding how these factors interact and influence each other. Ongoing debates focus on the relative importance of different determinants and the best approaches for integrating them into control strategies. Despite advances in epidemiological surveillance and vector control, there is a pressing need for more comprehensive and interdisciplinary research to address these complex interactions and develop sustainable solutions.
This research topic aims to explore the complex interactions between epidemiology and ecological factors in parasite transmission and to provide insights that can inform the development of targeted and sustainable control measures. Specifically, we seek to answer questions about how host demographics, behaviours, and socio-economic status interact with ecological determinants such as climate, land use, and vector ecology. We also aim to test hypotheses related to the effectiveness of various control strategies, including vector control, chemotherapy, vaccination, and health education programs. By addressing these questions, we hope to contribute to a more nuanced understanding of parasite transmission and inform the design of more effective and sustainable interventions.
To gather further insights into the interplay between epidemiological and ecological determinants in parasite transmission, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following sub-themes:
- Epidemiological Surveillance: Studies investigating the spatial and temporal distribution of parasitic infections and their association with demographic, environmental, and socio-economic factors.
- Vector Ecology and Behaviour: Research exploring the ecology, behavior, and distribution of vectors responsible for transmitting parasitic diseases, including mosquitoes, snails, flies, and ticks.
- Environmental Determinants: Investigations into the impact of environmental changes, such as deforestation, urbanization, climate variability, and water resource management, on parasite transmission dynamics.
- Host-Parasite Interactions: Studies examining the host immune response, genetic susceptibility, and co-infections in influencing the transmission and severity of parasitic diseases.
- One Health Approaches: Articles focusing on interdisciplinary collaborations and integrated approaches that consider the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health in parasite control efforts.
- Control Strategies and Interventions: Research evaluating the effectiveness, feasibility, and sustainability of various control measures, including drug treatment, vector control, vaccination, and community-based interventions.
- Socio-Economic and Policy Considerations: Analyses of the socio-economic determinants of parasitic infections, as well as policy implications for scaling up control efforts and achieving sustainable development goals.
We welcome original research articles, reviews, mini-reviews, perspective papers, as well as the other article types accepted in this section and that contribute to advancing our understanding of the interplay between epidemiology and ecological determinants in parasite transmission. Additionally, we encourage submissions that propose innovative approaches, methodologies, and interventions for effectively controlling parasitic diseases in diverse ecological and socio-economic contexts.
This research topic aims to explore the complex interactions between epidemiology and ecological factors in parasite transmission and to provide insights that can inform the development of targeted and sustainable control measures. Specifically, we seek to answer questions about how host demographics, behaviours, and socio-economic status interact with ecological determinants such as climate, land use, and vector ecology. We also aim to test hypotheses related to the effectiveness of various control strategies, including vector control, chemotherapy, vaccination, and health education programs. By addressing these questions, we hope to contribute to a more nuanced understanding of parasite transmission and inform the design of more effective and sustainable interventions.
To gather further insights into the interplay between epidemiological and ecological determinants in parasite transmission, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following sub-themes:
- Epidemiological Surveillance: Studies investigating the spatial and temporal distribution of parasitic infections and their association with demographic, environmental, and socio-economic factors.
- Vector Ecology and Behaviour: Research exploring the ecology, behavior, and distribution of vectors responsible for transmitting parasitic diseases, including mosquitoes, snails, flies, and ticks.
- Environmental Determinants: Investigations into the impact of environmental changes, such as deforestation, urbanization, climate variability, and water resource management, on parasite transmission dynamics.
- Host-Parasite Interactions: Studies examining the host immune response, genetic susceptibility, and co-infections in influencing the transmission and severity of parasitic diseases.
- One Health Approaches: Articles focusing on interdisciplinary collaborations and integrated approaches that consider the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health in parasite control efforts.
- Control Strategies and Interventions: Research evaluating the effectiveness, feasibility, and sustainability of various control measures, including drug treatment, vector control, vaccination, and community-based interventions.
- Socio-Economic and Policy Considerations: Analyses of the socio-economic determinants of parasitic infections, as well as policy implications for scaling up control efforts and achieving sustainable development goals.
We welcome original research articles, reviews, mini-reviews, perspective papers, as well as the other article types accepted in this section and that contribute to advancing our understanding of the interplay between epidemiology and ecological determinants in parasite transmission. Additionally, we encourage submissions that propose innovative approaches, methodologies, and interventions for effectively controlling parasitic diseases in diverse ecological and socio-economic contexts.
Keywords: Parasitic infections, Epidemiology, Ecological determinants, Transmission dynamics, Control strategies, One Health approach
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