Jacaranone-derived glucosidic esters from Jacaranda glabra and their activity against <em>Plasmodium falciparum</em> (Publications)
In a survey of plants from Ecuador with antiprotozoal activity, Jacaranda glabra was found to show promising activity against the Plasmodium falciparum K1 strain. Subsequently, activity-guided isolati
Exploration of larger central ring linkers in furamidine analogues: synthesis and evaluation of their DNA binding, antiparasitic and fluorescence... (Publications)
The effects of replacing the central furan ring of furamidine with indole and benzimidazole on their DNA binding affinity, antiparasitic activity and fluorescence are reported. The bis-cyanophenylindo
Host-pathogen coevolution in human tuberculosis (Publications)
Tuberculosis (TB) is a disease of antiquity. Yet TB today still causes more adult deaths than any other single infectious disease. Recent studies show that contrary to the common view postulating an a
The importance of mosquito behavioural adaptations to malaria control in Africa (Publications)
Over the past decade the use of long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs), in combination with improved drug therapies, indoor residual spraying (IRS), and better health infrastructure, has helped reduce
Malaria in Focus: From Research to Global Action | Swiss TPH Symposium (Page)
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Malaria in Focus: From Research to Global Action Swiss TPH Symposium, 12-13 June 2025 Malaria remains one of the most pressing global health challenges, requiring partnerships and a multidisciplinary
Swiss TPH Students' Global Health Endeavours Around the World | Impact Stories (Page)
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Lydia Trippler Lydia Trippler is dedicated to combating schistosomiasis – a parasitic worm infection that poses a risk to over 250 million people worldwide. Lydia is working on a project on Pemba Isla
