AIM |
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AIM #1: Investigate the genetic diversity of P. falciparum in
Malian communities living in different malaria endemic areas, and its
relation with disease outcome. |
AIM #2: Monitor P. falciparum gametocytes using molecular
approaches in different epidemiological settings of malaria transmission
in Mali. |
AIM #3a: Assess the host genetic variability and antimalarial
molecular markers of resistance in Malian populations living in areas of
distinct transmission patterns and compare to parasite genetic
diversity. |
AIM #4: Compare gametocyte prevalence by age group, taking into
account asexual parasite prevalence, season, and RBC polymorphisms in
Malian communities living in different malaria endemic areas, and its
relation with disease outcome. |