Abstract
Erythrocytes appear not to accept Plasmodium falciparum (Pf) invasion easily since their membranes are stable
and deformable due to membrane mechanical properties which are maintained by the submembranous skeletal network. However, Pf does invade erythrocytes. In the present symposium, based on our ongoing studies we want to
discuss the mechanisms about (1) Pf invasion into erythrocytes, (2) prevention of Pf invasion into Pf-infected erythrocytes, and (3) Pf release from erythrocytes after maturation.