The main killer in Africa

Masai Mara Lion- by Lauren Gineo

No, its not a lion. In fact, it is a tiny mosquito carrying the malaria parasite. Malaria kills one child every 30 seconds and ninety percent of malarial deaths occur in sub-Saharan Africa. I just finished a biology class before I flew off to Africa and had to write a research paper on a medically related aspect of genetics and biology. I decided to write my paper on the genetics and ecology of malaria. It’s a bit long and possibly a bit dry for some, but I found the topic to be incredibly interesting. I have attached a copy here if anyone is interested in learning something about this fascinating and sometimes fatal disease. 

I will try and post again tonight and give you an update on the trip so far. We are now in an area with better internet access so I hopefully will be able to update on a daily basis. 

I can't thank my donors enough for giving me the opportunity to come here and provide medical aid to those in need! 

Genetics and Ecology of Malaria scroll down in the document on the linked page