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Discovery of the World of Infectious Proteins
Prion – an extraordinary protein molecule responsible for brain infections obtained from meat. In mammals, including humans, it triggers the gradual and unstoppable demise of
A Viral Twist in Neuronal Communication Revealed
Millions of years ago, our DNA encountered viral contamination, resulting in the exchange of genetic material among proteins crucial for long-term memory formation. This viral
30,000 New Viruses Found in Single-Celled Organisms
In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists at the University of Innsbruck have found over 30,000 new viruses in the genetic material of single-celled organisms from an
New Tick Virus Spreading in Europe
Tick-borne Alongshan virus (ALSV) was first discovered in China in 2017. Recently, the virus has been detected in Germany for the first time. ALSV is
Deadly HIV Mutation Found in Netherlands
A new variant of the HIV virus has been discovered in the Netherlands, with a significantly higher viral load and potential for easier transmission. Researchers
SARS-CoV-2 Breath Test Approved in USA
The FDA has approved a new device that can detect a SARS-CoV-2 infection through a person’s breath with high accuracy. The COVID-19 Breathalyzer, developed by
Flu epidemic warning until summer
The flu season of 2021/2022 could extend into the summer due to reduced measures against Covid-19. Lockdowns, masks, and social distancing as a norm prevented
New Hybrid Virus Discovered
A new hybrid virus, made up of Influenza-A and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), has been discovered by scientists at the University of Glasgow. The virus
Plants produce COVID-19 antibodies
In a breakthrough discovery, scientists at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences in Vienna have found a way to produce monoclonal antibodies (mAk)
COVID-19 Pandemic Eradicates Flu Variants
The Covid-19 pandemic has led to the extinction of some flu variants due to infection control measures and travel restrictions. However, this paradoxically means that
