Declining Genetic Polymorphisms of the C-terminus Merozoite Surface Protein-1 Amidst Increased Plasmodium knowlesi Transmission in Thailand
Parsakorn Tapaopong, Sittinont Chainarin, Abdulrohman Mala, Arnuwat Rannarong, Nikom Kangkasikorn, Teera Kusolsuk, Wanlapa Roobsoong, Liwang Cui, Wang Nguitragool, Jetsumon Sattabongkot, Sirasate Bantuchai
This study shows declining genetic diversity and purifying selection in Plasmodium knowlesi in Thailand, linked to increased transmission, with genetic similarity between southern Thailand and Malaysia.
bioRxiv · Jun 27, 2024 · PreprintMolecular Biology