BIOL 3330

The course is divided into two modules: foundational and practical knowledge. Under foundational knowledge, we will cover 1. Foundations of marine parasitology (introduction and host-parasite relationships), 2. Parasite ecology and evolution (ecological roles, transmission and dispersal), and 3. Parasitic groups and host interactions (diversity of parasites, taxonomy). Under practical knowledge, we will cover 4. Parasitic impacts and host responses (effect of parasitism, aquaculture and fisheries impact, climate change) and 5. Applied marine parasitology (conservation, bioindicators, emerging diseases).