A parasite in an invader

What happens when you’re stuck in the middle of nowhere for two years? Perhaps you awaken your passion for researching invasive parasites? Perhaps you discover a new species?

This week’s episode is a show of adventure, mystery, surprise, and invasion. I, Anastasia, am sitting down with UNSW PhD Candidate Harry Eyck to chat about the nematodes, an invasive parasite that is abundant, yet we know so little about them.

Rhabdias psuedosphaerocephala the parasitic lung nematode that lives in Cane Toads. Picture Credit: Harry Eyck

 

If you have more questions for Harry email him here: harrisoneyck@gmail.com

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