Patterns of relatedness and genetic diversity inferred from whole genome sequencing of archival blood fluke miracidia (Schistosoma japonicum).

• Main Authors: Zachary L Nikolakis (Author), Nicole R Hales (Author), Blair W Perry (Author), Drew R Schield (Author), Laura E Timm (Author), Yang Liu (Author), Bo Zhong (Author), Katerina J Kechris (Author), Elizabeth J Carlton (Author), David D Pollock (Author), Todd A Castoe (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS), 2021-01-01T00:00:00Z.
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Genomic approaches hold great promise for resolving unanswered questions about transmission patterns and responses to control efforts for schistosomiasis and other neglected tropical diseases. However, the cost of generating genomic data and the challenges associated with obtaining sufficient DNA fr...