Epstein Barr Virus News and Research

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Space travel weakens immune system by altering gene expression in white blood cells

Evidence is mounting that astronauts are more susceptible to infections while in space. For example, astronauts on board the International Space Station (ISS) commonly suffer from skin rashes, as well as respiratory and non-respiratory diseases.

24 Jun 2023

The immunopathology of post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection: highlighting the knowledge gaps

The immunopathology of post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC).

31 May 2023

Novel treatment targets against natural killer/T-cell lymphoma identified

A team of researchers from the Cancer Science Institute of Singapore (CSI Singapore) at the National University of Singapore has discovered that a transcription factor, TOX2, was aberrantly increased in patients with Natural killer/T-cell lymphoma (NKTL).

29 May 2023

Exercise capacity found to be lower than expected among people with long COVID

While some patients recover from the effects of SARS-CoV-2 infection, others have experienced the aftereffects of COVID-19 long after the initial infection. One of these long COVID symptoms is reduced exercise capacity.

25 May 2023

Unraveling the Epstein-Barr virus enigma: The puzzling role in multiple sclerosis development

Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) has a significant role in the development of multiple sclerosis (MS), with evidence linking EBV infection to increased MS risk and immune dysregulation. Understanding the mechanisms underlying this connection is crucial for advancing MS therapies and prevention strategies.

24 May 2023

Cross-reactivity between Epstein-Barr virus and protein in multiple sclerosis sheds light on disease development

Research uncovers the association between multiple sclerosis (MS) and antibody reactivity to specific amino acids in CRYAB, along with the increased risk when combined with high EBNA1 responses. The study provides evidence of antibody and T cell cross-reactivity between EBNA1 and CRYAB, highlighting the role of EBV adaptive immune responses in MS development.

21 May 2023

Emergence of sexual-kissing behavior in Mesopotamia and its role in spread of diseases

In a Perspective, Troels Arbøll and Sophie Rasmussen review the ancient history of kissing, particularly the emergence of romantic-sexual kissing in Mesopotamia more than 4000 years ago and its role in the evolution and spread of orally transmitted diseases like herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1).

18 May 2023

Common infections in mid- and late-life can worsen cognitive performance

A new study from a team led by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found that signs of common infections in a sample of middle-aged and older adults were associated with poorer performance on a test of global cognitive function.

20 Apr 2023

A review of the risk factors associated with cancer evolution

Researchers reviewed existing data on tumor-promotive risk factors and their underlying mechanisms.

17 Apr 2023

Researchers show how the EBV virus exploits genomic weaknesses to cause cancer

The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is easily spread through bodily fluids, primarily saliva, such as kissing, shared drinks or using the same eating utensils.

13 Apr 2023

Study suggests psychosocial factors, not acute infections, contribute to long-COVID in young adults

Researchers investigated the prevalence of post-coronavirus disease 2019 condition in adolescents and young adults

4 Apr 2023

Novel immunotherapy-based approach for low-grade lymphomatoid granulomatosis improves patient survival

Results from a clinical trial conducted by researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) show that people with low-grade lymphomatoid granulomatosis who are treated with interferon alfa-2b, a type of immunotherapy, can live for decades after diagnosis.

4 Apr 2023

Study assesses the cellular and molecular immunopathology of post-COVID lung disease

Researchers assessed the cellular and molecular level immunopathology of PCLD.

4 Apr 2023

What is currently known about the mechanisms by which DNA tumor viruses evade uracil-mediated antiviral immunity?

Researchers reviewed the existing knowledge on the mechanisms through which DNA tumor viruses evade the antiviral immunity mediated through mis-incorporated uracil (U).

3 Apr 2023

Childhood common colds help protect against COVID-19

In a recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, researchers assessed the association between cross-reactive severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) CD4+ T cells generation and age.

20 Mar 2023

Biomarkers that can predict long COVID symptoms

The current study offered novel insights into the different biological factors that might contribute to long COVID.

19 Mar 2023

Cancer-causing viruses use a human protein to evade the innate immune response

The viruses Kaposi sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV) and Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) have been linked to several cancers.

6 Feb 2023

The impact of common viral infections on blood-brain barrier function and insulin sensitivity

A new study discusses the impact of several human viruses on blood-brain barrier function and insulin sensitivity.

31 Jan 2023

Human immunodeficiency virus and hepatitis C virus detection using ribonucleic acid sequencing among smokers

Researchers identified serological Hepatitis C virus (HCV) signatures and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) signatures through the secondary utilization of ribonucleic acid sequencing (RNA-seq) analysis data among previous and existing smokers with or without COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).

30 Jan 2023

Insufficient sleep during the teenage years may increase subsequent risk of multiple sclerosis

Insufficient and disturbed sleep during the teenage years may heighten the subsequent risk of multiple sclerosis (MS), suggests a case-control study published online in the Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery & Psychiatry.

24 Jan 2023

Epstein Barr Virus News and Research

Latest Epstein Barr Virus News and Research

Space travel weakens immune system by altering gene expression in white blood cells

The immunopathology of post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection: highlighting the knowledge gaps

Novel treatment targets against natural killer/T-cell lymphoma identified

Exercise capacity found to be lower than expected among people with long COVID

Unraveling the Epstein-Barr virus enigma: The puzzling role in multiple sclerosis development

Cross-reactivity between Epstein-Barr virus and protein in multiple sclerosis sheds light on disease development

Emergence of sexual-kissing behavior in Mesopotamia and its role in spread of diseases

Common infections in mid- and late-life can worsen cognitive performance

A review of the risk factors associated with cancer evolution

Researchers show how the EBV virus exploits genomic weaknesses to cause cancer

Study suggests psychosocial factors, not acute infections, contribute to long-COVID in young adults

Novel immunotherapy-based approach for low-grade lymphomatoid granulomatosis improves patient survival

Study assesses the cellular and molecular immunopathology of post-COVID lung disease

What is currently known about the mechanisms by which DNA tumor viruses evade uracil-mediated antiviral immunity?

Childhood common colds help protect against COVID-19

Biomarkers that can predict long COVID symptoms

Cancer-causing viruses use a human protein to evade the innate immune response

The impact of common viral infections on blood-brain barrier function and insulin sensitivity

Human immunodeficiency virus and hepatitis C virus detection using ribonucleic acid sequencing among smokers

Insufficient sleep during the teenage years may increase subsequent risk of multiple sclerosis

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Epstein Barr Virus News and Research

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