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Threadworms are small, parasitic worms that infect the human intestine. Also called pinworms, the worms are white and resemble pieces of thread. They can hatch eggs within the gut and multiply causing infestation. Threadworms are most common among children under 10 years of age but can also be seen in adults.

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Researchers create novel light sensor from algae's rhodopsins

Researchers create novel light sensor from algae's rhodopsins

30 Mar 2021
Study: Nearly one-third of Cambodians are infected with threadworm

Study: Nearly one-third of Cambodians are infected with threadworm

From PLOS ONE 24 Jun 2019
Methylene blue inactivates molecular residues that promote bonding of tau proteins

Methylene blue inactivates molecular residues that promote bonding of tau proteins

21 Feb 2013
Novel testing reaction based on magnetic resonance data

Novel testing reaction based on magnetic resonance data

21 Dec 2012
Scientists demonstrate similarity between individual development and phylogeny in level of gene expression

Scientists demonstrate similarity between individual development and phylogeny in level of gene expression

16 Dec 2010
Urocanic acid linked to a deadly parasite of the developing world

Urocanic acid linked to a deadly parasite of the developing world

15 Jun 2007
Genome of mammals is much more complex than previously thought

Genome of mammals is much more complex than previously thought

5 Sep 2005
Parasitic worms, or helminths, may be an effective treatment for Crohn's disease

Parasitic worms, or helminths, may be an effective treatment for Crohn's disease

13 Dec 2004