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Mitreva receives award for parasite research
Makedonka Mitreva has received the American Society of Parasitologists’ highest honor for pioneering genetic and genomic research on parasitic worms. Her work addresses infections affecting more than
By Brittney Wheeler · 2026-09-15T09:05:02.159Z
Makedonka Mitreva has received the American Society of Parasitologists’ highest honor for pioneering genetic and genomic research on parasitic worms. Her work addresses infections affecting more than 1 billion people and has advanced hookworm genetic modification, drug development and diagnostic testing. The recognition highlights research with potential global health applications.
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