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What really happens to dendritic cells during malaria?

Michelle N. Wykes & Michael F. Good

The functions of dendritic cells during malaria have been the subject of intensive investigations, the results of which have been controversial. Here, Michelle Wykes and Michael Good propose that the species and strain of Plasmodium are some of the key factors that affect dendritic cell function.

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Post-genomic challenges for collaborative research in infectious diseases

Iruka N. Okeke & John Wain

Collaborations of scientists from developed countries and developing countries have had great success, but often have trouble getting established. Here, Iruka Okeke and John Wain describe the benefits of collaborations, the hurdles faced in their initiation, ways to promote them and the programmes that are already in place to develop them.

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Molecular eco-systems biology: towards an understanding of community function

Jeroen Raes & Peer Bork

Metagenomics has enabled researchers to compile inventories of viruses, bacteria and archaea that inhabit specific niches. Here, the authors discuss the tools that are needed for us to progress to an integrated understanding of microbial ecosystems biology.

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Nature Reviews Microbiology Animation on Microbial Intracellular Pathogens

Nature Reviews Microbiology invites you to explore the microscopic world of microbial invaders and take an animated tour featuring the lifestyles of three disease-causing bacteria: Listeria monocytogenes, Legionella pneumophila and Mycobacterium tuberculosis.