What new understanding about malaria parasites was revealed in May 2020?
3 Discoveries You Missed Because of COVID
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In 2020, despite the pandemic, significant scientific discoveries were made. Researchers found evidence that Spinosaurus was aquatic, using fossils from Morocco. They also solved the mystery of whale shark aging by analyzing carbon-14 from Cold War nuclear tests. Additionally, a study revealed that malaria parasites have their own biological clocks, independent of their hosts. These findings enhance our understanding of natural history and disease.
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How do malaria parasites synchronize their cycles with their hosts?
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