Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Microbial Interactions: Parasitism01:22

Microbial Interactions: Parasitism

Parasitism is a form of microbial interaction in which parasitic microbes exploit a host organism for nutrients and shelter, often at the host's expense. Unlike mutualistic relationships, where both organisms benefit, parasitism benefits only the parasite and harms the host.Classification of ParasitesMicrobial parasites are broadly classified based on their location relative to the host.Ectoparasites remain on the host’s surface, such as the skin or outer tissues, drawing nutrients...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

The influence of retaining osteophyte on the coronal alignment and joint line height following medial unicompartmental knee arthroplasty.

Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research·2026
Same author

The coronal plane alignment of the knee classification cannot ignore the joint line convergence angle.

BMC musculoskeletal disorders·2026
Same author

Correction: Morphological Examination and Molecular Characterization of Theileria spp. From Dairy Cattle in Lingwu, Ningxia, China.

Acta parasitologica·2026
Same author

Blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm (BPDCN): Morphological mimicry of lymphoid neoplasms.

British journal of haematology·2026
Same author

YTHDF3 Mediates the Occurrence and Development of Breast Cancer by Regulating Glycolysis Through the mTOR-HIF1α-LHDA Axis.

Journal of cellular and molecular medicine·2026
Same author

Enzyme-responsive peptide dendron nanoassemblies for targeting and eliminating intracellular drug-resistant bacteria.

Nature communications·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 23, 2026

Comparative Analysis of Automatic Fecal Analyzer versus Direct Wet Smear Microscopy for Detecting Parasitic Infections in Stool Samples
04:57

Comparative Analysis of Automatic Fecal Analyzer versus Direct Wet Smear Microscopy for Detecting Parasitic Infections in Stool Samples

Published on: April 25, 2025

Teaching human parasitology in China.

Guanghui Zhao1, Shenyi He, Lin Chen

  • 1Department of Parasitology, Shandong University School of Medicine, Jinan, Shandong Province, 250012, PR China.

Parasites & Vectors
|April 24, 2012
PubMed
Summary

Parasitic diseases are a major health concern in China, necessitating robust human parasitology education. This study maps parasitology courses and teaching methods in Chinese medical institutions, identifying areas for improvement.

More Related Videos

Determining Soil-transmitted Helminth Infection Status and Physical Fitness of School-aged Children
10:57

Determining Soil-transmitted Helminth Infection Status and Physical Fitness of School-aged Children

Published on: August 22, 2012

Nucleofection and In Vivo Propagation of Chicken Eimeria Parasites
08:26

Nucleofection and In Vivo Propagation of Chicken Eimeria Parasites

Published on: February 14, 2020

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 23, 2026

Comparative Analysis of Automatic Fecal Analyzer versus Direct Wet Smear Microscopy for Detecting Parasitic Infections in Stool Samples
04:57

Comparative Analysis of Automatic Fecal Analyzer versus Direct Wet Smear Microscopy for Detecting Parasitic Infections in Stool Samples

Published on: April 25, 2025

Determining Soil-transmitted Helminth Infection Status and Physical Fitness of School-aged Children
10:57

Determining Soil-transmitted Helminth Infection Status and Physical Fitness of School-aged Children

Published on: August 22, 2012

Nucleofection and In Vivo Propagation of Chicken Eimeria Parasites
08:26

Nucleofection and In Vivo Propagation of Chicken Eimeria Parasites

Published on: February 14, 2020

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Parasitology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Parasitic diseases remain a significant public health challenge in China, despite progress in disease control.
  • Human parasitology is a core subject for medical students, crucial for research and disease prevention.
  • Understanding the landscape of parasitology education is vital for addressing these health issues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To map the distribution of higher education institutions offering parasitology in China.
  • To describe existing parasitology courses and teaching methodologies for medical students.
  • To identify current challenges and propose reforms in human parasitology education.

Main Methods:

  • Survey of 304 regular higher education institutions in China providing medical or related education.
  • Analysis of parasitology course offerings and departmental structures.
  • Review of teaching methods employed for various medical student cohorts.

Main Results:

  • 304 institutions offer medical education; over 70 have dedicated parasitology departments.
  • Approximately 10 distinct parasitology courses are available across universities.
  • Six universities have established specialized excellence-building courses in human parasitology.

Conclusions:

  • China has a substantial infrastructure for human parasitology education.
  • Opportunities exist to enhance course content, teaching strategies, and address identified educational challenges.
  • Strengthening human parasitology education is key to combating parasitic diseases in China.