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What is the risk for symptomatic H5N1 virus infection in humans?

Researchers from the CDC reported on the recent outbreak of the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus among domesticated and wild birds in 39 U.S. states and discussed the potential risks to humans.

27 Apr 2023

Study suggests the zoonotic-like avian H3N8 virus has limited efficiency for human-to-human transmission and is unlikely to cause severe disease in humans

Researchers demonstrated that the novel and avian hemagglutinin 3 neuraminidase 8 (H3N8) virus showed limited replication in explant cultures of lung and bronchial tissue.

27 Apr 2023

Deciphering immunological imprinting in the context of COVID-19

In a recent article published in the journal Immunity, researchers explained the concept of immunological imprinting and its underlying principles. They also discussed its potential role in the context of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccines.

24 Apr 2023

Award-winning project uses INTEGRA pipettes for success in international genetic engineering competition

Students from the University of Groningen, Netherlands, enjoyed gold medal success at last year’s iGEM competition.

From INTEGRA Biosciences 13 Apr 2023

Could mink serve as an immediate host for Influenza A transmission?

A recent study discussed influenza A virus infections in minks, emphasizing their contribution/role as an intermediate host.

3 Apr 2023

Research reports spillover of highly pathogenic avian influenza A(H5N1) into marine mammals in the northeastern United States

A recent study published in the United States (U.S.) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) journal Emerging Infectious Diseases reported the outbreak of the highly pathogenic hemagglutinin type 5 and neuraminidase type 1 (H5N1) avian influenza virus among New England gray and harbor seals in the United States (U.S.)

20 Mar 2023

H5N1 avian influenza found in stranded harbor porpoise

In a recent study published in the United States (U.S.) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) journal Emerging Infectious Diseases, researchers from Sweden described the detection of the hemagglutinin type 5 and neuraminidase type 1 (H5N1) avian influenza virus in a stranded harbor porpoise, indicating a potential spillover of this highly pathogenic avian influenza virus into cetacean species.

20 Mar 2023

New influenza virus strain concocted in animals could be the cause of next human pandemic

The next pandemic that cascades through the human population could be caused by a new influenza virus strain concocted in animals, against which humans will have little to no immunity.

13 Mar 2023

U.S. not prepared for future spread of animal-borne or zoonotic diseases, analysis reveals

The United States, the largest importer of wildlife in the world, is not prepared for future spread of animal-borne, or zoonotic, diseases due to gaps among governmental agencies designed to combat these threats, concludes a new analysis by researchers at Harvard Law School and New York University.

16 Feb 2023

Study characterizes mutations in neuraminidase of human-like H5N1 influenza viruses

A study published in PLOS PATHOGENS describes the prevalence and functions of mutations in neuraminidase enzyme of avian H5N1 influenza viruses that are preferentially selected in human H5N1 influenza viruses.

7 Feb 2023

AAHI awarded a $9.9 million project to develop prototype intranasal bivalent influenza RNA vaccine candidate

The Access to Advanced Health Institute announced today that it has been awarded a project agreement worth up to $9.9 million through the Medical CBRN Defense Consortium Other Transaction Authority to develop a prototype intranasal bivalent influenza RNA vaccine candidate based on AAHI's self-amplifying RNA (saRNA) platform that targets both pandemic A(H5N1) and A(H7N9) influenza virus pathogens.

6 Feb 2023

Expert panel proposes stringent biosecurity oversight to avert future pandemics

The National Science Advisory Board for Biosecurity (NSABB) issued draft recommendations to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) on January 20, 2023, on the effectiveness of two biosecurity policy frameworks existent in the United States (US).

25 Jan 2023

First known epidemic of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 in farmed mink

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5N1) is a strain of the avian influenza virus that primarily affects birds, particularly poultry. HPAI A(H5N1) is a highly contagious and deadly virus that can cause severe illness and death in birds, including chickens, ducks, geese, and turkeys.

22 Jan 2023

First H5N3 infection in a captive emperor tamarin documented in new study

In a new study, researchers reported the first H5N3 infection in a captive Emperor Tamarin.

19 Dec 2022

Avian influenza update: Bird keepers in England must house all poultry and captive birds until further notice

All poultry and captive birds must be housed in England until further notice, following an increase in the number of detections of avian influenza in wild birds and on commercial premises.

14 Dec 2022

Could mRNA vaccines triumph over other viral infections in humans and domestic animals?

Researchers review potential areas for mRNA vaccine development against pathogenic viruses other than SARS-CoV-2.

28 Nov 2022

A review of emerging pediatric respiratory viruses

Respiratory viruses continue to be a leading cause of childhood morbidity and mortality.

26 Oct 2022

Avian influenza virus introduced from Europe to North America through Iceland

A new study indicated that Iceland was the stepping stone for the translocation of the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus (HPAIV) between North America and Europe.

25 Oct 2022

Exploring molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulations as advanced tools for novel antiviral drug discovery

Researchers presented an overview of factors influencing emerging infectious diseases. They also highlighted the importance of molecular dynamic (MD) simulations and molecular docking (MDO) analysis for combating these diseases.

17 Oct 2022

Natural product SSP derived from a Chinese herb may have broad antiviral activities against respiratory viral infections

A research team comprised of members of the School of Chinese Medicine, AIDS Institute, Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine and State Key Laboratory for Emerging Infectious Diseases, the LKS Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) have discovered a natural product SSP derived from a Chinese herb Spatholobus Suberectus Dunnthat demonstrated broad antiviral activities against SARS-CoV-1, SARS-CoV-2, influenza, and HIV-1 as an entry blocker.

27 Sep 2022

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Latest H5N1 News and Research

What is the risk for symptomatic H5N1 virus infection in humans?

Study suggests the zoonotic-like avian H3N8 virus has limited efficiency for human-to-human transmission and is unlikely to cause severe disease in humans

Deciphering immunological imprinting in the context of COVID-19

Award-winning project uses INTEGRA pipettes for success in international genetic engineering competition

Could mink serve as an immediate host for Influenza A transmission?

Research reports spillover of highly pathogenic avian influenza A(H5N1) into marine mammals in the northeastern United States

H5N1 avian influenza found in stranded harbor porpoise

New influenza virus strain concocted in animals could be the cause of next human pandemic

U.S. not prepared for future spread of animal-borne or zoonotic diseases, analysis reveals

Study characterizes mutations in neuraminidase of human-like H5N1 influenza viruses

AAHI awarded a $9.9 million project to develop prototype intranasal bivalent influenza RNA vaccine candidate

Expert panel proposes stringent biosecurity oversight to avert future pandemics

First known epidemic of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 in farmed mink

First H5N3 infection in a captive emperor tamarin documented in new study

Avian influenza update: Bird keepers in England must house all poultry and captive birds until further notice

Could mRNA vaccines triumph over other viral infections in humans and domestic animals?

A review of emerging pediatric respiratory viruses

Avian influenza virus introduced from Europe to North America through Iceland

Exploring molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulations as advanced tools for novel antiviral drug discovery

Natural product SSP derived from a Chinese herb may have broad antiviral activities against respiratory viral infections

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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