From owner-schisto@hgmp.mrc.ac.uk Fri May 10 08:42:51 2002 Return-Path: Received: from localhost (localhost [127.0.0.1]) by mercury.hgmp.mrc.ac.uk (Postfix) with ESMTP id 54F1A17B18 for ; Fri, 10 May 2002 08:42:50 +0100 (BST) Received: from localhost (localhost [127.0.0.1]) by mercury.hgmp.mrc.ac.uk (Postfix) with ESMTP id 1527917AEE for ; Fri, 10 May 2002 08:42:47 +0100 (BST) Received: by mercury.hgmp.mrc.ac.uk (Postfix, from userid 60001) id 3AA5417B29; Fri, 10 May 2002 08:42:39 +0100 (BST) To: schisto@net.bio.net Newsgroups: bionet.organisms.schistosoma From: Chris Bayne Date: Thu, 09 May 2002 12:22:09 -0700 Subject: Post-doc position Message-Id: <20020510074239.3AA5417B29@mercury.hgmp.mrc.ac.uk> Sender: owner-schisto@hgmp.mrc.ac.uk Precedence: bulk Post doctoral position. Oregon State University. Cell-molecular level studies of innate immunity and pathogen/parasite counter-defense in an invertebrate host-parasite system. The ideal candidate for this position will have published research carried out on animal cells, experience using cell- and molecular genetic protocols, and a genuine interest in comparative immunology. Research will address questions concerning the basis for compatibility and incompatibility in molluscan schistosomiasis. In this model, the snail host utilizes both oxygen-dependent and independent mechanisms to kill the parasite. Counter-defenses of the trematode parasite likely include mechanisms of protection against oxidative damage. The Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University comprises a rich resource of expertise in this area. The research will take advantage of timely accumulation of genomic data, and recent developments in proteome analysis - an area of expertise in the OSU Environmental Health Sciences Center. Orientation to the topic can be obtained by reading: Bayne, C.J., Hahn, U.K. and Bender, R.C. 2001. Mechanisms of molluscan host resistance and parasite escapes. Parasitology 123. Supplement: Flukes and Snails Revisited, edited by D. Rollinson; co-ordinating editor L.H. Chappell. S159 - S167. Timeline. While wishing to explore your interests as soon as you are ready, we anticipate that the appointment will begin between September and November 2002. Christopher J. Bayne, Ph.D., Department of Zoology, Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon 97331, USA. TEL: 541-737-5352; FAX: 541-737-0501 e-mail: baynec@bcc.orst.edu From owner-schisto@hgmp.mrc.ac.uk Fri May 10 11:43:14 2002 Return-Path: Received: from localhost (localhost [127.0.0.1]) by mercury.hgmp.mrc.ac.uk (Postfix) with ESMTP id CB55117B29 for ; Fri, 10 May 2002 11:43:12 +0100 (BST) Received: from localhost (localhost [127.0.0.1]) by mercury.hgmp.mrc.ac.uk (Postfix) with ESMTP id 665B217B0C for ; Fri, 10 May 2002 11:43:05 +0100 (BST) Received: by mercury.hgmp.mrc.ac.uk (Postfix, from userid 60001) id 1A63217ABA; Fri, 10 May 2002 11:43:02 +0100 (BST) To: schisto@net.bio.net Newsgroups: bionet.organisms.schistosoma From: Graham.Clark@lshtm.ac.uk ("Graham Clark") Date: Fri, 10 May 2002 10:53:28 +0100 Subject: MSc in the Molecular Biology of Infectious Diseases Message-Id: <20020510104302.1A63217ABA@mercury.hgmp.mrc.ac.uk> Sender: owner-schisto@hgmp.mrc.ac.uk Precedence: bulk MSc in the Molecular Biology of Infectious Diseases London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine Applications are invited for entry to this course in September 2002. Minimal entry requirements are of a class 2:2 degree or appropriate training and experience. The course provides a thorough understanding and practical experience of molecular biology for students who wish to use this approach in clinical diagnosis, epidemiological investigations, or laboratory research on infectious diseases. A high proportion of students subsequently enter PhD programmes. For more information and an application form contact: The Deputy Registrar, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, Keppel Street, London WC1E 7HT. Telephone: +44 (0) 207 927 2239. Fax: +44 (0) 207 323 0638. Email: registry@lshtm.ac.uk http://www.lshtm.ac.uk/prospectus/masters_deg/md1.htm Enquiries for course organiser Dr. C. G. Clark: Email: graham.clark@lshtm.ac.uk; Telephone: +44 (0) 207 927 2351; Fax: +44 (0) 207 636 8739. The School is an exempt charity dedicated to providing excellence in teaching, learning and research for the benefit of health worldwide, and is an equal opportunities employer From owner-schisto@hgmp.mrc.ac.uk Tue May 21 08:48:28 2002 Return-Path: Received: from localhost (localhost [127.0.0.1]) by mercury.hgmp.mrc.ac.uk (Postfix) with ESMTP id F086317ACD for ; Tue, 21 May 2002 08:48:25 +0100 (BST) Received: from localhost (localhost [127.0.0.1]) by mercury.hgmp.mrc.ac.uk (Postfix) with ESMTP id 71E4517AAB for ; Tue, 21 May 2002 08:48:22 +0100 (BST) Received: by mercury.hgmp.mrc.ac.uk (Postfix, from userid 60001) id E7D9917A67; Tue, 21 May 2002 08:48:20 +0100 (BST) To: schisto@net.bio.net Newsgroups: bionet.organisms.schistosoma Date: Mon, 20 May 2002 09:36:20 +0100 Subject: Lectureship Message-Id: <20020521074820.E7D9917A67@mercury.hgmp.mrc.ac.uk> From: nobody@hgmp.mrc.ac.uk (Nobody) Sender: owner-schisto@hgmp.mrc.ac.uk Precedence: bulk University of Wales, Aberystwyth LECTURESHIP IN PARASITOLOGY Available in the Institute of Biological Sciences for a fixed period of 3 years, from September 2002. The post will involve teaching parasitology=20 to third year students, as well as aspects of general zoology to years 1 and 2. The lecturer will be expected to evelop their own research programme in conjunction with existing research interests within the group. Further information on the research interests of the group can be found at http://www.aber.ac.uk/parasitology, informal enquiries can be made to Prof. J. Barrett (jzb@aber.ac.uk) Dr P.M.Brophy (pmb@aber.ac.uk). Salary range =A320,470-=A326,491. Application forms can be obtained from the Personnel Office, University of Wales, Aberystwyth, 9 Laura Place, Aberyswyth SY23 2AX or downloaded from http://www.aber.ac.uk/applicform.pdf. Closing date Monday 17th June =20 From owner-schisto@hgmp.mrc.ac.uk Thu May 23 14:23:34 2002 Return-Path: Received: from localhost (localhost [127.0.0.1]) by mercury.hgmp.mrc.ac.uk (Postfix) with ESMTP id 30F4B17B85 for ; Thu, 23 May 2002 14:23:32 +0100 (BST) Received: from localhost (localhost [127.0.0.1]) by mercury.hgmp.mrc.ac.uk (Postfix) with ESMTP id 4854117B7F for ; Thu, 23 May 2002 14:23:29 +0100 (BST) Received: by mercury.hgmp.mrc.ac.uk (Postfix, from userid 60001) id 91A6817A7C; Thu, 23 May 2002 14:23:27 +0100 (BST) To: schisto@net.bio.net Newsgroups: bionet.organisms.schistosoma From: donM@qimr.edu.au (Don McManus) Date: Thu, 09 May 2002 02:06:40 +0100 Subject: Article on Schistosomiasis Message-Id: <20020523132327.91A6817A7C@mercury.hgmp.mrc.ac.uk> Sender: owner-schisto@hgmp.mrc.ac.uk Precedence: bulk Several of my colleagues and I have recently published an article in the New England Journal of Medicine (Vol. 346, No. 16, April 18, 2002; p. 1212-1220; www.nejm.org) on Schistosomiasis that you may wish to refer to. Regards, Professor Don McManus BSc, PhD, DSc, Head Molecular Parasitology Laboratory, The Queensland Institute of Medical Research, 300 Herston Road, Brisbane, Q4029, Australia. Ph 61-7-3362 0401 Fax 61-7-3362 0104 email: donM@qimr.edu.au http://www.qimr.edu.au/