dengue
Trying Not to Go Viral
Infectious diseases such as dengue and influenza continue to plague the world despite our best efforts to develop vaccines and drugs. Sim Shuzhen takes stock of how scientists are faring in the fight against seemingly indomitable foes.
7 Must-Read Stories In March 2015
From the benefits of breastfeeding and the dangers of melatonin; parents, this month's top stories are for you!
Will Wolbachia Work? Model Says Yes
Introducing Wolbachia bacteria into the dengue-carrying mosquito population could reduce the number of dengue infections, especially in high transmission settings.
How Dengue Gets Under Your Skin
The skin is an important site in the battle between dengue viruses and the immune system, study says.
Safety Issues Stall Philippines Dengue Herbal Trial
A controversial trial of herb-derived treatments for dengue has been stalled amidst ethical and drug-resistance concerns.
Potent Dengue Neutralizing Antibody Found
An unusual antibody that can bind across three DENV-3 surface proteins could help treat dengue infections.
Detecting Dengue From Drool
Researchers from IBN are currently in talks with ARKRAY to commercialize their one-step dengue test kit.
7 Must-Read Stories In December 2014
Amidst exciting space news from India and the encouraging discovery of broadly neutralizing dengue antibodies comes the tragic story of a HIV outbreak in Cambodia.
Broadly Neutralizing DENV Antibodies Found
The discovery of antibodies that can neutralize all four dengue strains has sparked new hopes for a vaccine.
