The measles virus may have emerged as early as the 6th century BCE, an international…
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.
More than 99.9% of seasonal coronaviruses present in airborne droplets were killed when exposed to…
It is well known that rates of transmission of some respiratory viruses, including influenza, tend…
Scientists identify an important protein that increases “bacterial virulence,” when mutated, changing harmless bacteria to…
Computational modeling yields a protein fragment that could bind to coronavirus spike proteins and destroy…
A Second COVID-19 Wave Could Be Avoided if Social Distancing and the Use of Face…
Study shows treatment does no harm, but provides no benefit. A clinical trial to evaluate…
As evidence mounts for the possibility of SARS-CoV-2 infecting various animals, scientists at UCL say…
New research studies early stages of coronavirus outbreak to re-evaluate rate of initial spread in…
Team at Marburg University Medical Center plans scientific study on the use of an immune…
Ophthalmologists encouraged to take extra precautions while working with patients who have conjunctivitis. A case…
A new study from researchers at The University of Texas at Austin has found that…
A new study shows that residents of long-term care facilities with lower nurse staffing levels,…
Coronavirus could be transmitted through a long-lasting cloud of virus-containing aerosol droplets ejected from a…
Analysis of data from 16 groups of COVID-19 patients suggest ‘silent’ carriers may exacerbate efforts…
Digital testing method could yield new information on virus, course of disease. “It’s like having…
New study underlines importance of adequate PPE and training for frontline health professionals to prevent…
Scientists at the University of Liverpool and University of Utrecht have taken another step forward…