Parasites in the Life of Man

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dc.contributor.authorIdowu, E.T.
dc.date.accessioned2025-09-03T21:17:01Z
dc.date.available2025-09-03T21:17:01Z
dc.date.issued2025-09-03
dc.descriptionPARASITES IN THE LIFE OF MAN. An lnaugural Lecture Delivered at the University of Lagos on Wednesday, 3rd of September, 2025 at the Tayo Aderinokun Lecture Theatre BY Professor Emmanuel Taiwo ldowu, Professor of Zoology, Department of Zoology, Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Lagos.
dc.description.abstractParasites in the Life of Man (2025), Idowu, E.T. presents a compelling inaugural lecture at the University of Lagos that interrogates the persistent, complex, and often underestimated relationship between humans and parasitic organisms. Framed not only as biological entities but as enduring companions in the human journey, parasites are shown to influence health, culture, and knowledge production in profound ways. Idowu traces their imprint through history, from shaping the destinies of civilizations to defining contemporary struggles with diseases such as malaria, schistosomiasis, and other neglected tropical infections. Particular emphasis is placed on sub-Saharan Africa, where parasites exploit socio-economic vulnerabilities, reinforcing cycles of poverty, ill health, and social inequity. Yet, the narrative is not one of despair alone; parasites are also presented as paradoxical catalysts of progress, spurring scientific breakthroughs, inspiring innovations in medicine, and stimulating interdisciplinary inquiry across biology, epidemiology, and public health. Idowu’s reflections highlight the dual role of parasites as both adversaries to human flourishing and teachers of resilience, offering insights into the adaptability of life and the interconnectedness of ecological systems. The lecture underscores the urgency of integrated responses that move beyond biomedical interventions to include social policy, education, and community engagement, advocating for a holistic paradigm that recognizes parasites as central to the broader human condition. With eloquence and critical depth, Idowu invites academics, practitioners, and policymakers to reconsider the meaning of parasitism, not only as a health challenge but also as a lens for understanding the ongoing dialogue between science, society, and survival.
dc.identifier.citationIdowu, E.T. (2025). Parasites in the Life of Man. An lnaugural Lecture Delivered at the University of Lagos at the Tayo Aderinokun Lecture Theatre, 88p.
dc.identifier.issn1119-4456
dc.identifier.urihttps://ir.unilag.edu.ng/handle/123456789/13373
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherUniversity of Lagos Press and Bookshop Limited
dc.relation.ispartofseries443rd Inaugural Lecture Series; 2025
dc.titleParasites in the Life of Man
dc.typePresentation
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