Toxoplasma gondii is a single-celled parasite that people catch from cat feces, unwashed produce or undercooked meat. The parasite has infected up to one-third of the world's population, and after ...

Researchers have shown how genetic defects in Toxoplasma gondii are rescued if co-infected with normal parasites, thanks to supportive secreted proteins. The study is published in eLife ...

As temperatures drop, outdoor cats may spend more time indoors and share toxoplasmosis, also known as the “cat parasite.” ...

Toxoplasma gondii manipulates its host to increase transmission and continue its life cycle. Infected rodents may become unwitting participants in a game of cat-and-mouse-and-parasite in which ...

Our research focus is to elucidate molecular mechanisms regulating cellular immune responses using the opportunistic pathogen Toxoplasma gondii. Proper immune system function is paramount for human ...

Infested by Toxoplasma gondii. videoInfested by Toxoplasma gondii In this short film Dr Michael Mosley describes the infection of household cats with Toxoplasma gondii. Infested with malaria.