Delivering vaccines directly to the lungs can boost immune responses to respiratory infections or lung…
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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.
Cryo-EM study show how structural alterations in G614 variants stabilize the spike. The fast-spreading UK,…
Study dates emergence to as early as October 2019; simulations suggest in most cases zoonotic…
Study finds more than half of patients with low vitamin D do not receive supplements.…
In a retrospective study of individuals tested for COVID-19, vitamin D levels above those traditionally…
New Hope for COVID-19 Treatment Found in Viral Enzyme Researchers from Cleveland Clinic’s Florida Research…
Joint university research finds some air purifiers may actually increase harmful airborne chemicals. The market…
Researchers from the George Washington University found that aspirin may have lung-protective effects and reduce…
Experiment shows air dryers spread bacteria from poorly washed hands to clothing and surfaces beyond…
Simulations show ultrasound waves at medical imaging frequencies can cause the virus’ shell and spikes…
The UK variant of SARS-CoV-2 spread rapidly in care homes in England in November and…
Mathematical analysis of Europe and US deaths shows change from first wave. Wealthier northeastern US…
Phase 2 clinical trial could begin immediately for clofazimine, an FDA-approved drug on WHO’s List…
Walking Speed Strongly Predicts COVID-19 Outcomes Slow walkers are almost four times more likely to…
Using supercomputer numerical modeling of saliva droplets’ diffusion produced by coughs, researchers in Italy explore…
For most of 2020, SARS-CoV-2 changed little, thanks to its preadaptation in bats and minimal…
With the U.S. facing vaccination delays because of worker shortages and distribution problems, federal health…
NTU Singapore researchers developed ASO-1, an RNA-based compound that selectively inhibits TYK2, showing promise for…