Major prospects for exploring canine vector borne diseases and novel intervention methods using 'omic technologies

Canine vector-borne diseases (CVBDs) are of major socioeconomic importance worldwide. Although many studies have provided insights into CVBDs, there has been limited exploration of fundamental molecular aspects of most pathogens, their vectors, pathogen-host relationships and disease and drug resistance using advanced, 'omic technologies. The aim of the present article is to take a prospective view of the impact that next-generation, 'omics technologies could have, with an emphasis on describing the principles of transcriptomic/genomic sequencing as well as bioinformatic technologies and their implications in both fundamental and applied areas of CVBD research. Tackling key biological questions employing these technologies will provide a 'systems biology' context and could lead to radically new intervention and management strategies against CVBDs

The integrated Ibarapa Programme master plan as produced by the Directorate of Physical Planning following a detailed soil survey of the land and consultations with the Ibarapa community and different university departments.

<p>The integrated Ibarapa Programme master plan as produced by the Directorate of Physical Planning following a detailed soil survey of the land and consultations with the Ibarapa community and different university departments.</p

Community audience and one of their chiefs commenting on the policy implications of the findings of students' community health research at Eruwa Town Hall.

<p>Community audience and one of their chiefs commenting on the policy implications of the findings of students' community health research at Eruwa Town Hall.</p

Medical students at a town hall presentation of their community health research at Eruwa Town Hall.

<p>Medical students at a town hall presentation of their community health research at Eruwa Town Hall.</p

Health care workers and members of the local government area and community at an Eruwa Town Hall research-to-policy presentation of the students' research. Community and Programme leadership are at the high table.

<p>Health care workers and members of the local government area and community at an Eruwa Town Hall research-to-policy presentation of the students' research. Community and Programme leadership are at the high table.</p