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SARS-CoV-2 protein interactions with viral and host RNAs in authentic virus-infected cells

Researchers investigated protein interactions of SARS-CoV-2 with host and viral RNAs in infected cells.

1 Mar 2022

Recombinant adenovirus vector vaccine generates mucosal antibodies against SARS-CoV-2

In a recent study posted to the bioRxiv* server, researchers assessed the immunogenicity of the self-developed recombinant adenovirus vector (rAd5) vaccine on macaques. They evaluated the efficacy of three candidate vaccines, ED88, ED90, and ED94, to select the most appropriate one for future development.

1 Mar 2022

Biophysical fitness profile of SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant

In a recent study posted to the bioRxiv* preprint server, researchers investigated the biophysical fitness landscape of the receptor-binding domain (RBD) of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) Delta variant.

1 Mar 2022

Encouraging in vitro results with SARS-CoV-2-spike-specific polyclonal antibody fragments

In a recent study posted to the bioRxiv* preprint server, researchers demonstrated the potent neutralizing ability of a polyclonal equine antibody (Ab), FBR-002, against the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) variants of concern (VOCs), including Omicron.

28 Feb 2022

Mechanisms leading to Parkinson's disease following SARS-CoV-2 infection

In a recent study posted to the bioRxiv* preprint server, researchers demonstrated the impact of an amyloidogenic severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) protein fragment named SFYVYSRVK (SK9) on the α-synuclein (aS) monomers and fibrils, a potential risk factor for Parkinson's disease.

28 Feb 2022

COVID-19 severity is correlated with body composition

In a recent study posted to the medRxiv* preprint server, researchers assessed the effect of changes in the abdominal well-being and physique on coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) severity using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

28 Feb 2022

Novel respiratory model predicts mechanisms altered by SARS-CoV-2 variants

Researchers study cell infection and viral replication methods affected by SARS-CoV-2 mutations through a novel respiratory model.

28 Feb 2022

A study on the evolution of avian coronavirus escape mutants in vitro

A recent study included an in vitro assessment of the effect of antibody titers and vaccine combinations on the emergence of escape mutants of AvCoV.

28 Feb 2022

Study compares heterologous and homologous third vaccination in kidney transplant recipients

A new study assesses the comparative neutralizing antibody level elicited by three mRNA vaccine doses to a heterologous COVID-19 vaccine regimen.

28 Feb 2022

Breakthrough SARS-CoV-2 infection peaks at 5 months

A new study describes the incidence of breakthrough infection with SARS-CoV-2 after vaccination with one of the nucleic acid or viral vector vaccines.

28 Feb 2022

Scientists investigate the antiviral properties of cow milk protein against SARS-CoV-2 variants

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to claim lives around the world, dairy scientists may have a surprising role to play. In a new report published in the Journal of Dairy Science, scientists from the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI, USA) and Glanbia PLC Research and Development (Twin Falls, ID, USA) have collaborated to investigate the antiviral properties of cow milk protein against variants of SARS-CoV-2, the virus behind the illness.

28 Feb 2022

New data analysis tool reveals immune cell types associated with COVID-19 mortality risk

A new data analysis tool developed by Yale researchers has revealed the specific immune cell types associated with increased risk of death from COVID-19, they report Feb. 28 in the journal Nature Biotechnology.

28 Feb 2022

Researchers create model to explore SARS-CoV-2 Omicron and Delta supremacy

In a new study, researchers have created a model to help identify the dynamics of Delta and Omicron infection in the US, as well as explore the effects of various factors on the overall COVID-19 pandemic.

28 Feb 2022

New CDC reports provide insights on the health and well-being of children during the pandemic

Today, CDC is releasing two new reports in MMWR that provide important insights on the health and well-being of children and adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic.

28 Feb 2022

Assessing COVID-19 vaccination preferences of younger adults in Canada

A new study investigated the preferences of younger Canadian adults towards COVID-19 vaccination.

28 Feb 2022

Histopathologic and molecular effects in the placenta after SARS-CoV-2 infection during pregnancy

A recent study evaluated the molecular and histopathological effects in the placenta following a SARS-CoV-2 infection during pregnancy.

28 Feb 2022

Immunity before and after the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant in South Africa

Researchers conducted a national epidemiological survey to determine the seropositivity against SARS-CoV-2 before the emergence of the novel Omicron variant of concern.

28 Feb 2022

Peptide-based vaccine fails to protect mice against SARS-CoV-2 despite T cell response

A recent study observed that peptide-based vaccination against SARS-CoV-2 failed to protect mice against COVID-19, albeit eliciting T cell responses.

28 Feb 2022

Molecular insights on the possible connection of SARS-CoV-2 and nicotinic acetylcholine receptors

A recent study assessed the mechanism by which SARS-CoV-2 Omicron and Alpha VOCs inhibit the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein and mitigate the risk of a multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children.

28 Feb 2022

Study finds lower prevalence of post-acute SARS-CoV-2 symptomology in vaccinated individuals

In a recent study, researchers evaluated the effect of COVID-19 vaccines on the symptomatic prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 infections beyond the acute phase of the disease.

28 Feb 2022

Disease/Infection News

SARS-CoV-2 protein interactions with viral and host RNAs in authentic virus-infected cells

Recombinant adenovirus vector vaccine generates mucosal antibodies against SARS-CoV-2

Biophysical fitness profile of SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant

Encouraging in vitro results with SARS-CoV-2-spike-specific polyclonal antibody fragments

Mechanisms leading to Parkinson's disease following SARS-CoV-2 infection

COVID-19 severity is correlated with body composition

Novel respiratory model predicts mechanisms altered by SARS-CoV-2 variants

A study on the evolution of avian coronavirus escape mutants in vitro

Study compares heterologous and homologous third vaccination in kidney transplant recipients

Breakthrough SARS-CoV-2 infection peaks at 5 months

Scientists investigate the antiviral properties of cow milk protein against SARS-CoV-2 variants

New data analysis tool reveals immune cell types associated with COVID-19 mortality risk

Researchers create model to explore SARS-CoV-2 Omicron and Delta supremacy

New CDC reports provide insights on the health and well-being of children during the pandemic

Assessing COVID-19 vaccination preferences of younger adults in Canada

Histopathologic and molecular effects in the placenta after SARS-CoV-2 infection during pregnancy

Immunity before and after the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant in South Africa

Peptide-based vaccine fails to protect mice against SARS-CoV-2 despite T cell response

Molecular insights on the possible connection of SARS-CoV-2 and nicotinic acetylcholine receptors

Study finds lower prevalence of post-acute SARS-CoV-2 symptomology in vaccinated individuals

Exploring the nanoscale: How AFM is transforming cosmetic science

Innovating Texture and Culture in Plant-Based Foods

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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