Sentences with phrase «understood about infectious diseases»

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In order to better understand how an infectious disease like flu can spread, researchers need data about how we travel and interact.

She is passionate about understanding molecular mechanisms underlying the development of oral infectious disease, as well as mechanisms important in maintaining health.

Within the fields of microbiology and immunology, neurologic diseases, neuropharmacology, behavioral, cognitive and developmental neuroscience, and psychiatric disorders, the center's research programs are seeking ways to: develop vaccines for infectious and noninfectious diseases; understand the basic neurobiology and genetics of social behavior and develop new treatment strategies for improving social functioning in social disorders such as autism; interpret brain activity through imaging; increase understanding of progressive illnesses such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases; unlock the secrets of memory; treat drug addiction; determine how the interaction between genetics and society shape who we are; and advance knowledge about the evolutionary links between biology and behavior.

Revolutionise scientific understanding of the population biology of infectious disease, by providing an unprecedented level of information about genetic diversity, population structure, evolutionary selection, demography and gene flow, and by enabling this to be linked to information about the behaviour and migration patterns of human and pathogen populations.

When counseling clients about travel (BOX 1), the role of veterinary technicians is to ensure our clients understand the pros and cons of animal transportation and relocation, as well as their own responsibilities to protect their pets from heartworm and other infectious diseases.