[Which training for the parasitologist of tomorrow?].

The symposium "Which training for Parasitologists tomorrow" tried to define the difficulties met in this field, as well as to prospect the future. Parasitology is actually deeply changing, and its traditional approaches are frequently deserted as new methods look more favourable. The situation was first stated: applied parasitology (particularly medical) contrasts with fundamental. In the first case, there are important needs and training is expected. In the latter, many teams disappear or are included into units bearing different titles. In some fields (particularly systematic), it is no longer possible to find specialists able to secure the basis of the experiments carried out with the new tools. From such observations, the ways to train future Parasitologists, and to give to those who will use parasites as models substantial basis were prospected. An early initiation can be proposed, by choice of parasitic models to demonstrate general biological facts. Beyond, a common language must be acquired by any scientist concerned by parasitism. At the highest level, tools must not overshadow the essential. Moreover, an effort in communication is expected, to promote Parasitology. Under their Federation authority the scientific Societies are encouraged to define the needs in their areas and to organize training.