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Complete genomics drops genome sequencing price to sub $100 at AGBT General Meetin

Complete Genomics Inc., a global life science tools leader and subsidiary of MGI Tech Co., Ltd. (“MGI”), today launched new revolutionary products and prices at Advances in Genome Biology and Technology (AGBT) General Meeting.

From MGI 14 Feb 2023

Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2 is less infectious in dogs and cats

Researchers assess the susceptibility of cats and dogs to the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant.

13 Feb 2023

Omicron BQ and XBB subvariants most resistant viruses to monoclonal antibodies

A recent study examines the neutralization of SARS-CoV-2 Omicron sub-variants by sera from boosted individuals and those with breakthrough infection.

13 Feb 2023

Influenza A virus suppresses SARS-CoV-2 replication during co-infection

SARS-CoV-2 does not suppress the replication of influenza A in simultaneous or sequential co-infections.

13 Feb 2023

Researchers uncover the cellular basis for sex-specific differences in COVID-19 patients

COVID-19 has had a huge global impact since the initial outbreak in 2019. Men and women show different responses to this disease, with men having a higher risk from infection.

13 Feb 2023

Paxlovid can prevent hospitalization and death for patients infected with Omicron variants, study shows

Though many Coloradans are proceeding as though the COVID-19 pandemic is over, the virus continues to circulate, evolve and have an impact-;especially for older adults and those with underlying medical conditions.

13 Feb 2023

Researchers report a physical barrier against SARS-CoV-2 infection based on an inhalable bioadhesive hydrogel

Researchers developed spherical hydrogel inhalation for enhanced lung defense to protect against SARS-CoV-2 infections.

13 Feb 2023

Whole-genome CRISPR activation for the identification of host factors controlling cellular interactions with SARS-CoV-2

Researchers found that LRRC15, a TLR-related cell surface receptor, blocked SARS-CoV-2 spike binding.

13 Feb 2023

How do cattle impact human vector-borne disease risk?

Scientists from the United States have conducted a systematic review to understand whether cattle increase the risk of contracting vector-borne diseases by humans. The review is currently available on the medRxiv* preprint server.

12 Feb 2023

Study identifies a previously unknown role of 'natural killer' immune cells

Melbourne researchers have improved our understanding of how the immune system is regulated to prevent disease, identifying a previously unknown role of 'natural killer' (NK) immune cells.

10 Feb 2023

Smoking tobacco and vaping e-cigarettes may increase healthy young people's risk for severe COVID

New UCLA research suggests that smoking tobacco and vaping electronic cigarettes may increase healthy young people's risk for developing severe COVID illness.

10 Feb 2023

Rockefeller scientists describe the genetics of severe SARS-CoV-2 infection in children

One of the most terrifying aspects of the COVID pandemic has been its unpredictably severe impact on some children.

10 Feb 2023

Longitudinal assessment of gastrointestinal virome of mothers and infants

In a recent study published in Cell Host & Microbe, researchers comparatively assessed the gastrointestinal virome of mothers and infants.

10 Feb 2023

Era of ‘free’ covid vaccines, test kits, and treatments is ending. Who will pay the tab now?

Time is running out for free-to-consumer covid vaccines, at-home test kits, and even some treatments.

10 Feb 2023

New compound limits the replication of influenza viruses

Viruses use the molecular repertoire of the host cell to replicate. Researchers from the Cluster of Excellence ImmunoSensation2 at the University of Bonn, together with Japanese researchers, want to exploit this for the treatment of influenza.

9 Feb 2023

Scientists discover a protein in the lung that blocks SARS-CoV-2 infection

University of Sydney scientists have discovered a protein in the lung that blocks SARS-CoV-2 infection and forms a natural protective barrier in the human body.

9 Feb 2023

Study suggests SARS-CoV-2 is likely to only infect placental mammals

Researchers perform ontological and taxonomical analysis of human coronavirus hosts.

9 Feb 2023

New Zika virus lineages show increased fitness

The current study, published in the journal PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases, aimed to explore the possible phenotypic adaptation of the Zika virus to increase its transmissibility and virulence in the Americas.

9 Feb 2023

Study demonstrates antiviral effects of vinegar against SARS-CoV-2

A study published in the journal PLOS ONE demonstrates the effectiveness of acetic acid, the main component of vinegar, in inactivating severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2).

9 Feb 2023

Heterologous inactivated virus/mRNA booster strongly augments response to BF.7, BQ.1.1, and XBB.1

Heterologous vaccination improves the neutralization of SARS-CoV-2 Omicron sub-variants.

9 Feb 2023

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Latest Virus News and Research

Complete genomics drops genome sequencing price to sub $100 at AGBT General Meetin

Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2 is less infectious in dogs and cats

Omicron BQ and XBB subvariants most resistant viruses to monoclonal antibodies

Influenza A virus suppresses SARS-CoV-2 replication during co-infection

Researchers uncover the cellular basis for sex-specific differences in COVID-19 patients

Paxlovid can prevent hospitalization and death for patients infected with Omicron variants, study shows

Researchers report a physical barrier against SARS-CoV-2 infection based on an inhalable bioadhesive hydrogel

Whole-genome CRISPR activation for the identification of host factors controlling cellular interactions with SARS-CoV-2

How do cattle impact human vector-borne disease risk?

Study identifies a previously unknown role of 'natural killer' immune cells

Smoking tobacco and vaping e-cigarettes may increase healthy young people's risk for severe COVID

Rockefeller scientists describe the genetics of severe SARS-CoV-2 infection in children

Longitudinal assessment of gastrointestinal virome of mothers and infants

Era of ‘free’ covid vaccines, test kits, and treatments is ending. Who will pay the tab now?

New compound limits the replication of influenza viruses

Scientists discover a protein in the lung that blocks SARS-CoV-2 infection

Study suggests SARS-CoV-2 is likely to only infect placental mammals

New Zika virus lineages show increased fitness

Study demonstrates antiviral effects of vinegar against SARS-CoV-2

Heterologous inactivated virus/mRNA booster strongly augments response to BF.7, BQ.1.1, and XBB.1

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Precision in every drop: Inside Hamilton’s syringe technology

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