Research Articles
Viral Genome Organization and Replication Strategies: From Molecular Mechanisms to Therapeutic Applications
This article provides a comprehensive examination of viral genome organization and replication strategies, tailored for researchers, scientists, and drug development professionals.
From Germ Theory to Genetic Code: The Convergent History of Virology and Molecular Biology
This article traces the intertwined history of virology and molecular biology, detailing how key discoveries and technological milestones have propelled biomedical science forward.
Navigating the Viral Database Landscape: A 2024 Guide to Content, Functionality, and FAIR Compliance for Researchers
This article provides a systematic comparison of modern viral databases, essential resources for researchers and drug development professionals. It explores the foundational principles behind these databases, evaluates their methodological applications in areas like antiviral discovery and outbreak surveillance, addresses common challenges such as data errors, and offers a validation framework for selecting the most appropriate tools. By synthesizing the latest reviews and emerging tools, this guide aims to empower scientists to effectively leverage genomic and metadata resources for virology research and public health initiatives.
Predicting the Jump: Decoding Viral Zoonotic Potential and Cross-Species Transmission
This article synthesizes current research on the mechanisms and predictors of viral zoonotic potential for a scientific audience of researchers and drug development professionals. It explores the foundational evolutionary and ecological drivers of cross-species transmission, examines cutting-edge methodological approaches for risk assessment—including genomic surveillance and machine learning—and addresses the significant challenges in data gaps and therapeutic development. Finally, it validates these approaches through the lens of the One Health framework and comparative analysis of recent zoonotic threats, providing a comprehensive roadmap for proactive pandemic preparedness.
The Invisible Hunt: How Scientists Detect Rabies in Animals
Learn about the sophisticated scientific methods used to detect rabies in animals and how immunological diagnosis saves human lives.
HIV Drug Resistance in the Era of Modern Antiretroviral Therapy
Exploring the declining trends in HIV drug resistance and the scientific advances driving this positive change in modern antiretroviral therapy.
A New Era for HIV Treatment: How Two-Drug Regimens Are Transforming Care in Africa
Exploring the evidence behind two-drug HIV regimens in Africa, their advantages, clinical trial results, and future implications for HIV care across the continent.
The Silent Spread: Avian Influenza's Jump to Cattle and the Unseen Risk in Cheese
Exploring how H5N1 avian influenza crossed species barriers to infect dairy cattle and the surprising discovery of its persistence in raw milk cheese
The DNA Guardians: How Exact-Match Search is Revolutionizing Biosecurity
Explore how exact-match search with functional variant prediction is transforming DNA screening and biosecurity through advanced computational methods.
The Secret Cancer-Causing Passenger: How Epstein-Barr Virus Hijacks Our Cells
Explore how Epstein-Barr virus, carried by 95% of adults, can manipulate cellular mechanisms to cause cancer and the latest research breakthroughs.