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Insects and Parasite Interactions

Insects and Parasite Interactions is a research topic within Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis. Science Explorer counts 12k research works in it since 1950. 10.4% of them reached the world's top 10% most cited for their field and year.

This cluster of papers focuses on the mechanical transmission of pathogens by cockroaches, particularly the role of cockroaches in spreading various human parasites, bacteria, and fungi. It also explores topics such as insecticide resistance, nosocomial infections, pest management strategies, and the potential public health implications of cockroach-borne pathogens.

  • Cockroaches
  • Pathogens
  • Insecticide Resistance
  • Nosocomial Infections
  • Protozoa
  • Bacterial Contamination
  • Pest Management
  • Antibiotic Resistance
  • Vector Potential
  • Public Health
Research works
12k
fractional, since 1950
In the world top 10%
1.3k
per year above
Top-10% rate
10.4%
share of its works in the world top 10%
Growth, 2018-21 → 2022-25
+32%
the tick is no change
Largest producer
United States
24% of the 10 largest, 2022-now
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