zika virus
Dengue-Destroying Bacteria Can’t Take The Heat
A strain of Wolbachia bacteria being used for dengue control efforts around the world has turned out to be sensitive to high temperatures.
Two Zika Neutralizing Antibodies Found
Researchers have found two potent Zika-neutralizing antibodies that could be used as part of a therapeutic cocktail to treat patients.
What You Need To Know About Takeda’s Dengue Vaccine
Derek Wallace, global dengue program medical director of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company, on the company's plans for dengue and Zika vaccines.
To Neutralize Zika, First Disrupt The Cell Infection Process
Researchers have discovered the mechanism by which a human antibody prevents Zika infection at the cellular level.
Zika Virus Infections Can Lead To Male Infertility In Mice
Scientists have shown how Zika infections in mice can lead to testicular damage, and eventually, infertility.
Mouse Model For Studying Zika Developed
Immunosuppressed mice that developed Zika had testicular inflammation that could be an important marker in humans infected with the virus.
Zika Test By Singapore Firm Receives FDA Emergency Use Authorization
A Zika test developed by Singapore-based Vela Diagnostics has received Emergency Use Authorization for use in the United States.
Boosting Vaccine 2 With Antibodies From Vaccine 1
The research suggests that vaccine efficacy could be improved by exploiting cross-reactive antibodies.
Zika Outbreak In Singapore Alarms Region
The number of Zika cases in the country surged to 275 in just ten days from the start of the outbreak on August 27.
