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Correction to: Acanthamoeba of three morphological groups and distinct genotypes exhibit variable and weakly

Cynara Oliveira Possamai1, Ana Carolina Loss2, Adriana Oliveira Costa3

  • 1Departamento de Patologia, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Av. Marechal Campos, 1468, Vitória, ES CEP 29043-900, Brazil.

Parasitology Research
|May 2, 2018
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This study identified and corrected errors within the abstract and discussion sections of the research paper. These corrections ensure the accuracy and integrity of the published scientific findings.

Area of Science:

  • Scientific writing
  • Research integrity

Background:

  • Accuracy in scientific publications is crucial for reliable knowledge dissemination.
  • Errors in published research can lead to misinterpretation and hinder scientific progress.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To acknowledge and rectify a mistake identified in the abstract.
  • To correct an error present in the discussion section of the paper.

Main Methods:

  • Review of the original abstract for inaccuracies.
  • Examination of the discussion section to identify and correct the stated error.

Main Results:

  • A specific error was identified in the abstract.
  • A corresponding mistake was found and corrected in the discussion section.

Conclusions:

  • The authors have corrected errors in the abstract and discussion.
  • Ensuring the accuracy of published scientific content is paramount.

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