For decades, scientists have recognized that human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a formidable viral pathogen. After years ...

Background: Toys in pediatric office waiting rooms may be fomites for transmission of viruses. Methods: Eighteen samples were taken from office objects on 3 occasions. Samples were tested for presence ...

Scientists have discovered a defensive method of cells that resembles Spiderman shooting his web to ensnare enemies. These ...

The study ties first-trimester Oropouche infection to severe fetal neurodevelopmental anomalies and urges RT-PCR within 2-7 ...

To solve a problem, scientists first need to see it clearly. Whether it’s a virus slipping past the immune system or plaques forming in the brain, visualization is the first step toward finding ...

The cold season is in full swing, throats are scratchy and noses are running. We feel ill and hope it is not the flu. The ...

Chronic hepatitis B is a viral disease that affects the liver and greatly increases the risks of liver cirrhosis and ...

In a quest to develop new antiviral drugs for COVID-19 and other diseases, a collaboration led by scientists at The Wertheim UF Scripps Institute has identified a potential new drug against the virus ...

RNA immunity is a defense system against viruses, including the cross-species regulation of exogenous miRNAs and the endogenous RNA-based immune system. Figure created with BioRender.com. Conventional ...

Chronic hepatitis D coinfection affects an estimated 12 million people globally, with higher prevalence in low-income and ...