viruses
Live Poultry Markets Spread Avian Influenza
Research suggests that H7N9 has become established in animals in China, highlighting the need for more stringent controls of the live poultry trade.
How Viruses Hijack Plants To Attract Pests
Begomoviruses can hijack host plant signalling pathways to attract more insect vectors, study says.
Pinot Noir Grapes Owe A Debt To Ancient Viruses
Viruses have shaped the evolution of Pinot Noir grapes, scientists say.
Protecting The Elderly From Seasonal Flu
Elderly patients could benefit from pretreatment with imiquimod before seasonal influenza vaccination.
How Viruses Mimic The Immune System To Evade It
Researchers have determined the structure of a protein that enables cytomegaloviruses to escape detection by the immune system, m04 immunoevasin.
Takeda Receives NDA Approval For Influenza Vaccine
Developed using cell culture-based technology, Takeda's H5N1 vaccine could help to strengthen Japan's pandemic preparedness.
Are Chickens & Quail The Source Of H7N9 Virus?
Chicken and quail are the likely source of bird flu in China, according to a study. Alarmingly, they show no symptoms, making eradication of the virus difficult.
Sinovac Seeks Approval For H7N9 Vaccine Clinical Trials
Sinovac Biotech has submitted a clinical trial application to commence clinical trials for its vaccine Avian influenza A (H7N9) vaccine.
Some Indigenous Groups More Vulnerable To H7N9 Viruses
Researchers have discovered that some indigenous groups will be more susceptible to the effects of the new strain of H7N9 influenza in China.
