The MEP pathway in Babesia orientalis apicoplast, a potential target for anti-babesiosis drug development
Abstract Background The apicomplexan parasite Babesia orientalis, the causative agent of water buffalo babesiosis in China, is widespread in central and south China, resulting in a huge economic loss annually. Currently, there is no effective vaccine or drug against this disease. Babesia bovis and P...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2018-08-01
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Series: | Parasites & Vectors |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13071-018-3038-7 |