Department of Parasitology

We study parasites and their interactions with hosts and the environment. We combine classical disciplines with advanced technologies. We teach at all levels of study. Our research is internationally recognized and provides insights important for the health of humans and animals.

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doc. Mgr. Vladimír Hampl, Ph.D.

+420 221 95 1811

+420 325 873 911

vladimir.hampl@natur.cuni.cz

Viničná 7, 4NP, room 316

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Invitation to the Master's Poster Session at Biocev

Invitation to the Master's Poster Session at Biocev

Published: Tuesday 19.11.2024

On Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at 3:00 PM, a presentation of the progress of master's theses by second-year n-para students will take place at BIOCEV. The presentation will be in the form of a poster session, preceded by a brief introduction of each poster in the form of a "flash talk."

Eight Czech parasitologists ranked among "Top Scholars"

Published: Wednesday 6.11.2024

According to the ScholarGPS ranking, eight Czech researchers are among the top 0.5% in the field of parasitology, including Professor Petr Volf from our department.

Itching protects against skin penetration by helminths

Itching protects against skin penetration by helminths

Published: Tuesday 1.10.2024

Helminthologists contributed to clarifying the evolutionary significance of neuron-mediated skin itching, which protects against infection by schistosomes.

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