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Within-host model for the description of SARS-CoV-2 viral dynamics in the upper respiratory tract

A team of UK-based scientists has recently developed a within-host model to determine the dynamics of SARS-CoV-2 infection in the upper respiratory tract of affected individuals.

25 Apr 2022

Discovery can lead to new antiviral treatments against Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden have identified key signaling pathways that when blocked by existing drug candidates limit reproduction of the Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) virus.

19 Apr 2022

Scientists investigate how gut bacteria directly control the activity of specific neurons

Gut microbiota by-products circulate in the bloodstream, regulating host physiological processes including immunity, metabolism and brain functions.

15 Apr 2022

Study determines hemagglutinin inhibition seroprevalence against swine influenza viruses circulating in Hong Kong and Guangzhou

Researchers performed a quantitative assessment of the age-stratified seroprevalence of hemagglutination inhibition antibodies against five swine influenza viruses circulating in the Guangzhou and Hong Kong cities of China.

13 Apr 2022

Does COVID-19 vaccination affect IVF treatments?

A new study assesses the impact of COVID-19 vaccination in women undergoing assisted reproduction.

12 Apr 2022

Discovery of key regulator of body weight could lead to new treatments for metabolic disorders

Yale scientists uncover key regulator of body weight. Yale scientists have discovered that a protein known as augmentor-alpha regulates body weight in mice, an insight that could lead to new treatments for metabolic disorders.

11 Apr 2022

Sex-specific guidelines needed for treating obesity, hypertension and diabetes in women

Academic researchers are calling for new healthcare guidelines for treating obesity, hypertension and diabetes in women. Currently, there are no sex-specific guidelines for treating or preventing these health conditions, potentially limiting the medical care available to women.

11 Apr 2022

What does the Future of Microfluidics within Research Look Like?

We speak to France Hamber, CEO of Fluigent, about their microfluidics solutions and how they are allowing scientists to focus more on the science than the setup.

From Fluigent 11 Apr 2022

Collaborative modeling attempts could improve response to the COVID-19 pandemic

Researchers retrospectively analyzed a collaborative modeling attempt for guiding public health decisions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

8 Apr 2022

COVID-19 could change the levels of proteins related to male reproductive function

Many people who recover from COVID-19 experience long-term symptoms, such as brain fog or heart problems. Increasing evidence suggests that the virus can also impair fertility.

7 Apr 2022

The dynamics of the Omicron wave in England

Researchers investigated the transmission dynamics of SARS-CoV-2 VOC Omicron in England using PCR testing and genomic sequencing data from the REACT-1 study.

7 Apr 2022

The SAVE initiative to monitor the impact of SARS-CoV-2 variants

The SAVE initiative assesses the impact of SARS-CoV-2 variants on diagnostics, vaccines, and therapies, as well as communicating public health dangers.

4 Apr 2022

3D Printing Testicular Cells to Treat Infertility

In this interview, we speak to Dr. Ryan Flannigan about his latest research that involved the 3D printing of sperm cells to help treat male infertility.

31 Mar 2022

SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein linked to COVID-19 severity

The emergence of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) that causes respiratory coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) triggered an unprecedented public health emergency. Human mobility patterns were fundamental to the spread of SARS-CoV-2 globally. The situation is particularly acute in a country like Saudi Arabia, which has seen more than 750,000 cases and over 9,000 deaths as of March 30th, 2022.

29 Mar 2022

Climate change may push the US toward the ‘goldilocks zone’ for West Nile virus

Michael Keasling of Lakewood, Colorado, was an electrician who loved big trucks, fast cars, and Harley-Davidsons. He'd struggled with diabetes since he was a teenager, needing a kidney transplant from his sister to stay alive.

28 Mar 2022

Mathematical model of SARS-CoV-2 transmission tailored to the unique situation of China

Researchers designed a dynamic mathematical model to simulate the transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant in China and project its associated burden on healthcare facilities, should the zero-COVID-19 policy be lifted.

28 Mar 2022

Study finds methylene blue is a low-micromolar inhibitor of the the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein and ACE2 interaction

A new study has focussed on screening and identification of possible SMIs of this PPI for COVID-19.

25 Mar 2022

Effectiveness of social distancing on COVID-19 infections and fatalities

Researchers evaluated the effectiveness of social distancing measures adopted to curb the spread of COVID-19.

25 Mar 2022

Prolonged bed rest immediately after embryo transfer linked with reduction in chances of pregnancy

Many clinical interventions used during in-vitro fertilization (IVF), including ultrasound guidance at the time of embryo transfers appear to increase pregnancy rates, however prolonged bed rest should not be recommended, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.

25 Mar 2022

Time-varying transmission heterogeneity of two significant beta-coronavirus epidemics in Hong Kong

Researchers demonstrated the daily variations in time-varying transmission heterogeneity through three COVID-19 epidemic waves of sustained local transmission in Hong Kong.

23 Mar 2022

Reproduction News and Research

Within-host model for the description of SARS-CoV-2 viral dynamics in the upper respiratory tract

Discovery can lead to new antiviral treatments against Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever

Scientists investigate how gut bacteria directly control the activity of specific neurons

Study determines hemagglutinin inhibition seroprevalence against swine influenza viruses circulating in Hong Kong and Guangzhou

Does COVID-19 vaccination affect IVF treatments?

Discovery of key regulator of body weight could lead to new treatments for metabolic disorders

Sex-specific guidelines needed for treating obesity, hypertension and diabetes in women

What does the Future of Microfluidics within Research Look Like?

Collaborative modeling attempts could improve response to the COVID-19 pandemic

COVID-19 could change the levels of proteins related to male reproductive function

The dynamics of the Omicron wave in England

The SAVE initiative to monitor the impact of SARS-CoV-2 variants

3D Printing Testicular Cells to Treat Infertility

SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein linked to COVID-19 severity

Climate change may push the US toward the ‘goldilocks zone’ for West Nile virus

Mathematical model of SARS-CoV-2 transmission tailored to the unique situation of China

Study finds methylene blue is a low-micromolar inhibitor of the the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein and ACE2 interaction

Effectiveness of social distancing on COVID-19 infections and fatalities

Prolonged bed rest immediately after embryo transfer linked with reduction in chances of pregnancy

Time-varying transmission heterogeneity of two significant beta-coronavirus epidemics in Hong Kong

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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