<em>Plasmodium falciparum</em> (IMAGE) University of South Florida (USF Health) Caption A microscopic look at Plasmodium falciparum, the parasite that makes malaria so deadly. Credit University of South Florida Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.