The genome of tapeworm has been mapped for the first time ever by scientists.

"These genome sequences are helping us to immediately identify new targets for much-needed drug treatment. In addition, exploring the parasites' full DNA sequences is driving our understanding of its complex biology, helping the research community to focus on the most effective drug candidates,” said lead researcher Dr Berman.
The researchers sequenced the genomes of four species of tapeworms in order to understand the genetics and biology of this parasite, which causes diseases like echinococcosis and cysticercosis.
Source-Medindia