Project #4133

Identification of Expressed Genes as Biomarkers of Infectivity for Cryptosporidium

$366,956
Completed
Principal Investigator
Paul
Monis
Research Manager
Mr. Jonathan Cuppett
Contractor
South Australian Water Corporation
Microbes & Pathogens

Abstract

This project examined the genetic events underpinning the processes of Cryptosporidium excystation, pre-infection, host cell attachment, and early infection. The report provides the critical information required to choose the best gene targets for nucleic acid-based detection of infectious organisms through dissection of the genetic processes essential for the successful establishment of infection. Published in 2012.