A new study from Georgetown University reveals that climate change could drive animals to migrate…
Browsing: Infectious Diseases
Infectious diseases are illnesses caused by pathogenic microorganisms—such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites—that invade and multiply within the body. They can spread through direct contact, contaminated food or water, insect bites, or airborne transmission, affecting individuals and populations worldwide. Research in infectious disease science explores pathogen evolution, immune system responses, antimicrobial resistance, and vaccine development. From global health challenges like influenza, HIV, malaria, and COVID-19 to emerging zoonotic threats, scientists aim to understand how infections arise and spread to develop effective treatments, preventive strategies, and public health interventions that safeguard humanity against future outbreaks.
Montelukast, an asthma drug, blocks the SARS-CoV-2 Nsp1 protein, reducing viral replication and offering potential…
A new silver-based SAFE coating for implants repels and kills bacteria, reducing infections in tests…
T-cell immunity is effective against Omicron in most vaccinated individuals, but the virus can evade…
Research results identify the reason why older adults are significantly more susceptible to infectious diseases.…
Pathogens Can Hitch a Ride on Plastic To Reach the Sea According to a new…
A study on Chile’s COVID-19 vaccination program revealed that using a different type of booster…
Kaiser Permanente finds the Pfizer COVID-19 third dose vaccine protection against hospitalization from omicron wanes…
A second COVID-19 booster offers protection for vulnerable groups, but hybrid immunity and waning benefits…
Longer intervals between COVID-19 vaccine doses boost antibody responses, especially in naïve individuals, while prior…
A fully vaccinated and boosted 31-year-old woman tested positive for Omicron strain of SARS-CoV-2 just…
Researchers looked at COVID-19 immunity prior to emergence of the omicron variant to help inform…
A UCLA study found that 30% of COVID-19 patients developed Long COVID, with hospitalized, diabetic,…
Researchers warn that geoengineering could worsen malaria spread in some regions while benefiting others, requiring…
Emerging therapeutics could overcome drug-resistant variants. They might look like cells and act like cells.…
Psychiatric Conditions Increase the Risk of Breakthrough COVID A new study led by the University…
A new COVID-19 test using nanoMIPs detects SARS-CoV-2 more sensitively and under extreme conditions, offering…
Photocatalyst made using a combination of titanium dioxide (TiO2) and copper oxide (CuxO) nanoclusters inactivates…