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Johannes Eckert - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Parasitology in veterinary medicine
2016Co-Authors: Peter Deplazes, Georg Von Samsonhimmelstjerna, Johannes Eckert, Alexander Mathis, Horst ZahnerAbstract:Parasitology for basic and advanced studies and veterinary practice. The classical textbook Parasitology in Veterinary Medicine, now available in an updated English version, is not only ideal for exam preparation but is also of relevance in veterinary practice. The book allows easy and structured learning by providing a clear outline of the subject matter and practical chapter summaries. All relevant protozoa, helminths and arthropods that cause parasitic diseases or act as vectors of pathogens are presented. Overviews of treatment and control measures are given per animal species and enables rapid contextual orientation. Zoonotic and food-borne parasites are also discussed. Memorable life cycles of parasites and excellent colour photographs of the clinical symptoms and pathological changes illustrate the contents. Diagnostic panels allow for rapid differentiation of the developmental stages under the microscope. In the glossary numerous technical terms are defined and explained etymologically.
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world association for the advancement of veterinary Parasitology waavp the 50th anniversary in 2013 history achievements and future perspectives
Veterinary Parasitology, 2013Co-Authors: Johannes EckertAbstract:Abstract In 2013 the World Association for the Advancement of Veterinary Parasitology (WAAVP) can celebrate its 50th anniversary. At this occasion in this article selected historical data are updated, and the achievements and future perspectives of the WAAVP are discussed. Although the WAAVP is a small association with only a few hundred members, it has been able to develop remarkable activities. Between 1963 and 2011 the WAAVP has organized 23 international scientific congresses, and the 24th conference will take place in Perth, Western Australia, in 2013. These conferences have achieved a high degree of international recognition as indicated by relatively large numbers of participants (up to ∼800). Furthermore, the WAAVP has promoted veterinary Parasitology in various ways, such as publishing international guidelines (efficacy evaluation of antiparasitic drugs, parasitological methods, standardized nomenclature of animal parasitic diseases “SNOAPAD”), stimulating international discussions on teaching and continued education (“colleges of veterinary Parasitology”) and by supporting the high quality journal “Veterinary Parasitology” which is the official organ of the WAAVP. In retrospect, the development of the WAAVP can be classified as very successful. New challenges associated with global changes (growth of the world population, urbanization, climate change, new developments in animal and plant production, etc.) will require new efforts in research in various fields, including veterinary Parasitology. Future activities of WAAVP may include inter alia: (a) support of international parasitological networks; (b) stimulation of coordinated research aimed at the solution of defined problems; (c) increasing the exposure of WAAVP to Parasitology from hitherto neglected regions of the world; (d) strengthening of official links to international organizations (FAO, WHO, etc.); (e) continuation of guideline preparation; and (d) preparation and international distribution of high quality electronic programs for self-education in veterinary Parasitology.
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various approaches of teaching veterinary Parasitology
Veterinary Parasitology, 2002Co-Authors: Bruno Gottstein, Johannes EckertAbstract:In this paper, we discuss the advantages and disadvantages of various approaches of teaching veterinary Parasitology, including the disciplinary, the problem-oriented and combined approaches. In the disciplinary approach, Parasitology is taught in the classical manner as a coherent subject, covering parasite morphology, biology, molecular biology, epidemiology, pathology, immunology, clinical manifestation, diagnosis, therapy, control, and prevention. Problem-oriented teaching approaches the subjects starting from diseases in animal species or from organ systems or other objectives (e.g. food safety); it also tackles training of skills for problem solving and self-learning. Combined approaches include elements of the disciplinary approach and those of other methods. A combined approach of teaching veterinary Parasitology, including basic disciplinary teaching of at least 70-90 h, and additional problem-oriented education, was recently proposed in a resolution by the World Association for the Advancement of Veterinary Parasitology [WAAVP News Lett. 5 (1) 3-4]. In 1999, a new curriculum has been established at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Berne, originally planned as a combination of organ-focused and problem-based approach. This model was soon identified to cause problems in teaching some disciplines, including infectious diseases. Conversely, the short-term experiences with this combined approach also confirmed some advantages of problem-oriented teaching in other, mainly clinical domains. Nevertheless, closer interdisciplinary contact and collaboration--especially in elective teaching--was enforced between paraclinical and clinical teaching by reforming the curriculum. However, it turned out that large student numbers in relation to the resources of manpower, rooms and finances limited the workability of the curriculum. Therefore, further and probably continuous improvement of the curriculum is necessary.
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teaching of undergraduate veterinary Parasitology in some european countries
Veterinary Parasitology, 2002Co-Authors: Jozef Vercruysse, Johannes EckertAbstract:A review revealed that at 20 veterinary faculties in European countries Parasitology is represented in the curriculum of veterinary medicine with an average of 105 core contact hours, devoted to lectures (58%) and practicals (42%). However, there is a high diversity between faculties with ranges of total contact hours between 48 and 156. Three faculties are close to the minimum of 70 core contact hours recommended by WAAVP (2002), and one faculty is below this limit. In one of the faculties Parasitology is completely integrated into interdisciplinary teaching activities, in some others there are developments in this direction which include the risk of dissolving Parasitology as a discipline. One faculty with a high degree of integrated teaching has already abolished the parasitological examination. Parasitology is preferentially taught in the years three, four and five of the curriculum, but there is great variation between the faculties. Most teachers in the faculties are veterinarians. In many faculties the large numbers of students and the unsatisfactory academic teaching staff:student ratio represent a significant problem. This problem may increase with more teaching obligations caused by new curricula. Due to the high diversity in content and structure of teaching curricula of veterinary medicine between veterinary faculties in Europe international and even national exchange of students is inhibited. Therefore, and for many other reasons more activities should be initiated towards harmonisation of the study curricula in Europe.
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waavp pfizer award for excellence in teaching veterinary Parasitology teaching of veterinary Parasitology quo vadis
Veterinary Parasitology, 2000Co-Authors: Johannes EckertAbstract:Abstract Some thoughts on training and recruitment of academic teachers and future trends in teaching veterinary Parasitology are presented with emphasis on the European situation. It is underlined that research is an indispensable basis for academic teaching. Besides a broad scientific background of the teacher, motivation and teaching methods are also important. Many academic teachers do not receive formal training in teaching methods. In order to improve future education, training of staff members in teaching methods should be promoted. Quality control of teaching and research, already established in many schools, should generally be introduced. Teaching is mostly underestimated in relation to research. Therefore, more weight should be placed on the former both in selecting scientists for the career as academic teachers and in evaluating and ranking departments for their academic activities. In the future veterinary medicine will have to cope with profound changes in the society and the veterinary profession, and the progressing European unification will enhance trends for internationalizing teaching curricula. Therefore, veterinary medicine has to reconsider the teaching subjects and methods and to lay more emphasis on flexibility, skills of problem-solving and self-learning and on training for life-long learning. At present there is an ongoing discussion on the question how to teach veterinary medicine, including veterinary Parasitology. There are various options, and some of them are discussed, namely, the disciplinary and the problem-based/organ-focussed approaches. It is concluded that for teaching of veterinary Parasitology and related disciplines a combined disciplinary and problem-based approach offers the best chances for fulfilling the requirements of teaching for the future. In the curriculum of undergraduate teaching of veterinary medicine at least 70–90 h should be dedicated to veterinary Parasitology using a disciplinary and taxonomic approach. Additional hours are required for instructions on clinical cases in approaches focussed on animal species and/or organ diseases. As there is a need for discussing teaching issues, post-graduate specialization, and continuing education in Parasitology and related disciplines on national and international levels, it is recommended to WAAVP to include regular workshops on teaching in the programmes of the biannual conferences, and to establish a permanent committee which should collect information and submit proposals for improvement of teaching veterinary Parasitology.
Georg Von Samsonhimmelstjerna - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Parasitology in veterinary medicine
2016Co-Authors: Peter Deplazes, Georg Von Samsonhimmelstjerna, Johannes Eckert, Alexander Mathis, Horst ZahnerAbstract:Parasitology for basic and advanced studies and veterinary practice. The classical textbook Parasitology in Veterinary Medicine, now available in an updated English version, is not only ideal for exam preparation but is also of relevance in veterinary practice. The book allows easy and structured learning by providing a clear outline of the subject matter and practical chapter summaries. All relevant protozoa, helminths and arthropods that cause parasitic diseases or act as vectors of pathogens are presented. Overviews of treatment and control measures are given per animal species and enables rapid contextual orientation. Zoonotic and food-borne parasites are also discussed. Memorable life cycles of parasites and excellent colour photographs of the clinical symptoms and pathological changes illustrate the contents. Diagnostic panels allow for rapid differentiation of the developmental stages under the microscope. In the glossary numerous technical terms are defined and explained etymologically.
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erratum to amplification of ribosomal dna of anoplocephalidae anoplocephala perfoliata diagnosis by pcr as a possible alternative to coprological methods vet parasitol 124 2004 205 215
Veterinary Parasitology, 2005Co-Authors: Michaela Drogemuller, Pamela Beelitz, Kurt Pfister, Thomas Schnieder, Georg Von SamsonhimmelstjernaAbstract:Erratum to ‘‘Amplification of ribosomal DNA of Anoplocephalidae: Anoplocephala perfoliata diagnosis by PCR as a possible alternative to coprological methods’’ [Vet. Parasitol. 124 (2004) 205–215] Michaela Drogemuller , Pamela Beelitz , Kurt Pfister , Thomas Schnieder , Georg von Samson-Himmelstjerna a,* a Institute of Parasitology, School of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Buenteweg 17, D-30559 Hannover, Germany b Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Institute of Comparative Tropical Medicine and Parasitology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Veterinarstr. 13, D-80539 Munich, Germany
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erratum to amplification of ribosomal dna of anoplocephalidae anoplocephala perfoliata diagnosis by pcr as a possible alternative to coprological methods vet parasitol 124 2004 205 215
Veterinary Parasitology, 2005Co-Authors: Michaela Drogemuller, Pamela Beelitz, Kurt Pfister, Thomas Schnieder, Georg Von SamsonhimmelstjernaAbstract:Erratum to ‘‘Amplification of ribosomal DNA of Anoplocephalidae: Anoplocephala perfoliata diagnosis by PCR as a possible alternative to coprological methods’’ [Vet. Parasitol. 124 (2004) 205–215] Michaela Drogemuller , Pamela Beelitz , Kurt Pfister , Thomas Schnieder , Georg von Samson-Himmelstjerna a,* a Institute of Parasitology, School of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Buenteweg 17, D-30559 Hannover, Germany b Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Institute of Comparative Tropical Medicine and Parasitology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Veterinarstr. 13, D-80539 Munich, Germany
Michaela Drogemuller - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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erratum to amplification of ribosomal dna of anoplocephalidae anoplocephala perfoliata diagnosis by pcr as a possible alternative to coprological methods vet parasitol 124 2004 205 215
Veterinary Parasitology, 2005Co-Authors: Michaela Drogemuller, Pamela Beelitz, Kurt Pfister, Thomas Schnieder, Georg Von SamsonhimmelstjernaAbstract:Erratum to ‘‘Amplification of ribosomal DNA of Anoplocephalidae: Anoplocephala perfoliata diagnosis by PCR as a possible alternative to coprological methods’’ [Vet. Parasitol. 124 (2004) 205–215] Michaela Drogemuller , Pamela Beelitz , Kurt Pfister , Thomas Schnieder , Georg von Samson-Himmelstjerna a,* a Institute of Parasitology, School of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Buenteweg 17, D-30559 Hannover, Germany b Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Institute of Comparative Tropical Medicine and Parasitology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Veterinarstr. 13, D-80539 Munich, Germany
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erratum to amplification of ribosomal dna of anoplocephalidae anoplocephala perfoliata diagnosis by pcr as a possible alternative to coprological methods vet parasitol 124 2004 205 215
Veterinary Parasitology, 2005Co-Authors: Michaela Drogemuller, Pamela Beelitz, Kurt Pfister, Thomas Schnieder, Georg Von SamsonhimmelstjernaAbstract:Erratum to ‘‘Amplification of ribosomal DNA of Anoplocephalidae: Anoplocephala perfoliata diagnosis by PCR as a possible alternative to coprological methods’’ [Vet. Parasitol. 124 (2004) 205–215] Michaela Drogemuller , Pamela Beelitz , Kurt Pfister , Thomas Schnieder , Georg von Samson-Himmelstjerna a,* a Institute of Parasitology, School of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Buenteweg 17, D-30559 Hannover, Germany b Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Institute of Comparative Tropical Medicine and Parasitology, Ludwig Maximilian University, Veterinarstr. 13, D-80539 Munich, Germany
E J L Soulsby - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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textbook of veterinary clinical Parasitology
2016Co-Authors: E J L SoulsbyAbstract:Textbook of veterinary clinical Parasitology , Textbook of veterinary clinical Parasitology , مرکز فناوری اطلاعات و اطلاع رسانی کشاورزی
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history of the world association for the advancement of veterinary Parasitology waavp
Veterinary Parasitology, 2004Co-Authors: John B Malone, E J L Soulsby, Raffaele RoncalliAbstract:Forty years ago the first meeting of the World Association for the Advancement of Veterinary Parasitiology (WAAVP) was held in Hannover, Germany. We now have a thriving, internationally recognized organization; the meetings attract hundreds of scientists, attendance is increasing with almost every meeting. It is a useful time to review our beginnings, our development and our future. Our history has been one of innovation and activity and contributed to by its members in important areas of veterinary Parasitology.
Raffaele Roncalli - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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history of the world association for the advancement of veterinary Parasitology waavp
Veterinary Parasitology, 2004Co-Authors: John B Malone, E J L Soulsby, Raffaele RoncalliAbstract:Forty years ago the first meeting of the World Association for the Advancement of Veterinary Parasitiology (WAAVP) was held in Hannover, Germany. We now have a thriving, internationally recognized organization; the meetings attract hundreds of scientists, attendance is increasing with almost every meeting. It is a useful time to review our beginnings, our development and our future. Our history has been one of innovation and activity and contributed to by its members in important areas of veterinary Parasitology.
