The Ixodes scapularis Genome Project: an opportunity for advancing tick research

Trends Parasitol. 2005 Apr;21(4):151-3. doi: 10.1016/j.pt.2005.02.004.

Abstract

The Ixodes scapularis Genome Project (IGP), the first to sequence a tick genome, will provide an unparalleled resource for studying tick biology and tick-host-pathogen relationships, and identifying novel targets for tick and tick-borne disease control. The IGP will be the first genomic analysis of a member of the subphylum Chelicerata and will accelerate the pace of tick research. The challenge for scientists is to translate IGP data into public health benefits.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Base Sequence
  • Conserved Sequence
  • DNA / chemistry*
  • Female
  • Genome*
  • Host-Parasite Interactions / physiology*
  • Ixodes / genetics*
  • Male
  • Molecular Sequence Data
  • Phylogeny
  • Tick-Borne Diseases / prevention & control*

Substances

  • DNA