mBio March 2020 PMID 32184245

Latent Toxoplasmosis Effects on Rodents and Humans: How Much is Real and How Much is Media Hype?

Hannah J Johnson, Anita A Koshy

Mentions

15
Peak: 5 in Mar 2020
across 4 sources since Mar 2020

Extended reach

123,271
potential audience

Total likes

53

Video views

279

Mentions per month

Mar 2020 – Oct 2023

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

Several discussions emphasize that the publication confirms or clarifies known information, with remarks like 'confirms my priors,' indicating a straightforward acceptance of the findings. The tone remains neutral and informative, focusing on validating existing beliefs and providing scientific clarity, which together suggest moderate but meaningful engagement with the research.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions express alignment with the idea that the research clarifies media hype versus reality regarding Toxoplasma effects.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions show moderate interest, mainly focusing on the publication's relevance and confirmation of prior beliefs.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants engage by sharing links, referencing their own prior knowledge, and discussing implications, indicating a moderate level of active engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations suggest the article reinforces existing perceptions about the parasite’s influence, potentially shaping opinions in the scientific community and laypersons.

Abstract in brief

  • Latent Toxoplasmosis is caused by a parasite that can infect many hosts, including humans and rodents, often settling in the brain and potentially affecting behavior and brain health.
  • The research is exploring whether this long-term infection influences behavior or contributes to neurodegenerative diseases, but there is debate about how much of these effects are real versus media hype.
  • The study aims to review the existing data and theories on how Toxoplasma might alter host behavior and brain function, highlighting both supporting evidence and skepticism.]

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New minireview in @mBiojournal: Latent Toxoplasmosis Effects on Rodents and Humans: How Much is Real and How Much is Media Hype? https://t.co/mCXw3kiMYM Image: doi:10.1051/parasite/2014062 https://t.co/8jmjYMGzKW

Mar 20, 2020 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 27,133 followers View post →
ASM
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New minireview in @mBiojournal: Latent Toxoplasmosis Effects on Rodents and Humans: How Much is Real and How Much is Media Hype? https://t.co/ojnTEv67uU Image: doi:10.1051/parasite/2014062 https://t.co/m9G0zHghfS

Mar 20, 2020 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 91,102 followers View post →
Ben Augustine
@BenCAugustine · X

@FattebertJ Found a paper that confirms my priors

Nov 27, 2022 · 1 like · 1,666 followers View post →
Ahmad Sh Lafi
@AhmadShLafi · X

RT @ASMicrobiology: New minireview in @mBiojournal: Latent Toxoplasmosis Effects on Rodents and Humans: How Much is Real and How Much is Me…

Mar 20, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,393 followers View post →
BIOCIENCIA
@BIOCIENCIA2013 · X

Latent Toxoplasmosis Effects on Rodents and Humans: How Much is Real and How Much is Media Hype? https://t.co/rl2eX9SuWq

Apr 29, 2020 · 1,019 followers View post →
Liz King
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RT @mbiojournal: New minireview in @mBiojournal: Latent Toxoplasmosis Effects on Rodents and Humans: How Much is Real and How Much is Media…

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Ben Augustine
@BenCAugustine · X

@FattebertJ Found a paper that confirms my priors

Nov 27, 2022 · 1 like · 1,666 followers View post →
BIOCIENCIA
@BIOCIENCIA2013 · X

Latent Toxoplasmosis Effects on Rodents and Humans: How Much is Real and How Much is Media Hype? https://t.co/rl2eX9SuWq

Apr 29, 2020 · 1,019 followers View post →
Viviana
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RT @mbiojournal: New minireview in @mBiojournal: Latent Toxoplasmosis Effects on Rodents and Humans: How Much is Real and How Much is Media…

Mar 21, 2020 · 2 shares · 133 followers View post →
Liz King
@lizking_ · X

RT @mbiojournal: New minireview in @mBiojournal: Latent Toxoplasmosis Effects on Rodents and Humans: How Much is Real and How Much is Media…

Mar 20, 2020 · 2 shares · 456 followers View post →
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@mbiojournal · X

New minireview in @mBiojournal: Latent Toxoplasmosis Effects on Rodents and Humans: How Much is Real and How Much is Media Hype? https://t.co/mCXw3kiMYM Image: doi:10.1051/parasite/2014062 https://t.co/8jmjYMGzKW

Mar 20, 2020 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 27,133 followers View post →
Ahmad Sh Lafi
@AhmadShLafi · X

RT @ASMicrobiology: New minireview in @mBiojournal: Latent Toxoplasmosis Effects on Rodents and Humans: How Much is Real and How Much is Me…

Mar 20, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,393 followers View post →
ASM
@ASMicrobiology · X

New minireview in @mBiojournal: Latent Toxoplasmosis Effects on Rodents and Humans: How Much is Real and How Much is Media Hype? https://t.co/ojnTEv67uU Image: doi:10.1051/parasite/2014062 https://t.co/m9G0zHghfS

Mar 20, 2020 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 91,102 followers View post →
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