You are probably familiar with the structure, replication and genetic function of DNA. This article explains how we can use the information contained in DNA to discover things about particular organisms. In this case, the discoveries will help people around the world to combat a devastating disease called schistosomiasis.
Schistosomiasis is caused by parasitic flatworms. There are various forms of the disease, which affect different parts of the body. This variation reflects infection caused by different species of the flatworm Schistosoma. The disease is found primarily in Africa, southeast Asia and parts of Latin America. The World Health Organization estimates that approximately 200 million people may currently be infected, with 700 million at risk.
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