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NAVIPP Scientific Watch Serie A virus with a complex past Ebola virus (EBOV) has caused multiple deadly outbreaks since the 1970s. For a long time, scientists believed these events traced back to a narrow genetic bottleneck. But new research is rewriting this story. New insights from phylogeny Recent analyses suggest that Ebola’s origins may stretch…

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NAVIPP Scientific Watch Serie Why Marburg matters Marburg virus (MARV) belongs to the filovirus family, the same group as Ebola, and is one of the deadliest pathogens known to humans. With mortality rates reaching up to 90% in some outbreaks, it is considered a major pandemic threat. Yet, progress in developing treatments and vaccines has…

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Our new A4 brochure (two-sided) is now available to download! It provides a clear and visual overview of the NAVIPP mission, our dual-track strategy for antiviral discovery and repurposing, and the impact of our consortium on global pandemic preparedness. This concise format is ideal for sharing with partners, stakeholders, and anyone interested in learning more…

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NAVIPP Scientific Watch Serie In the quiet bushland of Queensland, Australia, researchers collected urine samples from flying foxes as part of routine Hendra virus surveillance. What they found was unexpected: a completely new member of the henipavirus family, now named Salt Gully virus (SGV). This discovery, recently published in Emerging Infectious Diseases, highlights how pathogens…

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Preparing for the unknown Viruses have shaped human history — and will continue to do so. Some, like influenza or coronaviruses, emerge suddenly and spread fast. Others, such as Nipah or Marburg, lurk quietly in wildlife before spilling over into human populations. Each new outbreak reminds us that preparedness is the strongest defense against pandemic…

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For partners: Want to showcase NAVIPP activities? Download our A0 poster! If you’re looking for a clear, visual way to communicate about the NAVIPP project, our A0 poster is the perfect tool. Whether you’re attending a conference, meeting with partners, or simply want to raise awareness, this poster gives a concise and impactful overview of…

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NAVIPP was proud to be represented at the European Congress of Virology 2025, held in the beautiful setting of Cavtat and Dubrovnik, Croatia. Audrey Richard (ERINHA) introduced the project to an audience of leading virology experts, highlighting NAVIPP’s ambition to develop broad-spectrum antivirals as a key pillar of European pandemic preparedness. Through its dual-track approach — combining strategic innovation and practical readiness — NAVIPP is…

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The NAVIPP Kick-Off Meeting aimed to set the stage for the project’s strategic and operational framework, fostering collaboration among partners to address epidemic and pandemic viral threats through research and innovation. NAVIPP represents a collaborative effort among esteemed international research institutions, pharmaceutical entities, and public health organizations. At its core, NAVIPP seeks to establish an…

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