Air cleaners and ventilation systems, meant to reduce airborne infections in hospitals, may have unexpected…
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.
A new study has uncovered a surprising link between Alzheimer’s disease and Herpes Simplex Virus-1…
A groundbreaking study reveals that concussions and repetitive head injuries in sports could trigger latent…
Researchers have developed a groundbreaking biological method to combat insect pests by shortening the lifespan…
Researchers have discovered that the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein persists in the brain and skull bone…
Researchers have linked herpes simplex virus-1 with Alzheimer’s disease, revealing a surprising potential viral trigger…
Novel antibodies have the potential to pave the way for the next generation of malaria…
A groundbreaking study has unveiled how the Ebola virus can traverse through layers of human…
In light of the ongoing global spread of the H5N1 avian influenza, U.S. public health…
Over 200 million individuals aged 15–49 likely experienced at least one symptomatic outbreak in 2020,…
Stanford Medicine researchers have developed a new method for influenza vaccination that encourages a robust…
Syphilis originated in the Americas before Columbus’s arrival, and European colonialism facilitated its global spread…
A live-attenuated vaccine currently in development has demonstrated safety and 100% efficacy against the Lassa…
Long COVID, affecting 5-10% of COVID-19 patients, might be caused by the enduring presence of…
Host genetics play a significant role in shaping immune responses to different strains in the…
Researchers have identified a link between chronic cytomegalovirus infections in the gut and Alzheimer’s disease…
Researchers at UC San Diego have identified a key mechanism by which Staphylococcus aureus evades…
A new nano-vaccine developed by TAU and the University of Lisbon offers a needle-free, room-temperature-storable…