Search for dissertations about: "Georgia Sarolidou"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the words Georgia Sarolidou.

2. 1. A behavioral defense against disease

   Author : Georgia Sarolidou; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Animals, including humans, have evolved under the continuous selection pressure posed by pathogens. As a result, we have developed a set of physiological mechanisms to combat pathogens – the immune system. However, engaging the immune system in this battle can be costly, unnecessarily so in cases when pathogens can be avoided. READ MORE