Study reveals how Zika virus hijacks host protein for reproduction
The mosquito-borne Zika virus is known for causing microcephaly, a birth defect in which abnormal brain development results in a ...
Tag: Zika Virus
Immunogenicity of insect-specific Zika virus-vectorized vaccine candidates
In a recent study published in Scientific Reports, researchers investigated the immunogenicity, safety, and effectiveness of Aripo-Zika (ARPV/ZIKV), a chimeric ...
A multisectoral, global, and interdisciplinary approach is needed for better pandemic preparedness
In a recent review published in the Cureus Journal, researchers reviewed existing data on pandemics and described the steps needed ...
UQ-led project uses 'brain in a dish' to study effects of the Zika virus
A University of Queensland-led project has used a 'brain in a dish' to study the effects of the Zika virus, ...
Exploring neurodevelopment among Zika virus-exposed children without Zika syndrome
In a recent study published in Pediatric Research, researchers assessed the neurodevelopment in preschool-aged Zika-exposed children without congenital Zika syndrome. Study: ...
Ultrapotent IgM antibodies isolated from a pregnant woman with Zika virus show promise as an immunotherapy
Zika virus (ZIKV) infection is a potentially teratogenic illness, causing up to one in seven infants born to infected mothers ...
New instrument can be clipped on to a smartphone to rapidly test for Zika virus in blood
As seen with the COVID-19 pandemic, detection methods that are rapid, simple, accurate, and sensitive are vital for detecting viral ...
Specific retinal cell appears to be good at housing Ebola and other viruses
A specific cell within our retina, the light-sensitive part of our eyes responsible for sending visual information to our brain, ...
