# The Australian Society for Parasitology

- **Website:** <https://parasite.org.au>
- **Primary alias:** `parasite.org.au`

## Description

The Australian Society for Parasitology (ASP) is a leading organization dedicated to advancing the understanding and management of parasitology in Australia and the Pacific region. Founded to promote research and education in parasitology, ASP serves as a vital resource for professionals and students alike. The society offers a variety of educational initiatives, including undergraduate prizes, student conference funding schemes, and specialized courses such as the "Concepts in Parasitology". 

ASP emphasizes outreach through events like National Science Week, promoting awareness of parasitic diseases and their impacts on health and ecosystems. The organization also publishes essential resources, such as newsletters, annual reports, and commemorative works documenting the history of parasitology in Australia and Papua New Guinea. Recognizing excellence in research, ASP presents prestigious awards, including the Bancroft-Mackerras Medal and the John Frederick Adrian Sprent Prize. Through innovative programs and community engagement, the Australian Society for Parasitology continues to be a cornerstone in the field of parasitology, educating and inspiring future generations.

## Industries

- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🧪 Biology _(under Science and Education)_

## Links

- [youtube](https://youtube.com/user/ASPParasiteNetwork)
- [twitter](https://twitter.com/AS_Para)
- [linkedin](https://linkedin.com/company/the-australian-society-for-parasitology)
- [facebook](https://facebook.com/ASParasitology)

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idfBai84do/w/168/h/150/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1779281256266)
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| Name | Hex | Theme |
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| Pomegranate | #f1231d | accent |
| Governor Bay | #2b2aa1 | dark |
| Rose Bud | #f9ac8a | light |

## Fonts

- Font Awesome 5 Brands — asset _(custom)_
- Arial — asset _(custom)_

## Imagery

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