Though only about 0.1 percent of pet cats in the U.S. have whipworms [], understanding this rare parasite is essential.Treatment for whipworms differs significantly from other cat worms, so it’s ...

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An ecologist shares his passion for parasites. From their vital roles in nature, to strange super powers and extraordinarily complex life cycles, parasites are natural wonders worthy of protection.

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The researchers tracked the reprogramming of the worm cells. (Stockinger et al., Nature Communications, 2024) It's a process called dedifferentiation, and we've seen it in other species too.

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The patterning of scales on a crocodile’s head is an exception because it seems to emerge from a mechanical process whose precise nature and origin are unclear. In this week’s issue ...

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