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. 2022 Feb;38(2):97-100.
doi: 10.1016/j.pt.2021.11.007. Epub 2021 Dec 8.

Was there a 'Golden Age' of parasitology?

Neil J Morley  1
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Was there a 'Golden Age' of parasitology?

Neil J Morley. Trends Parasitol. 2022 Feb.

Abstract

The concept of a 'Golden Age' of parasitology over the period 1875-1925 has been promoted. This is challenged on scientific grounds, the influence of colonialism, and the absence of informed consent for test-subjects. An alternative inclusive view of history is proposed based on themes of scientific, technological, and sociological advancement.

Keywords: colonialism; history; informed consent; life cycles; sociology; technology.

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