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Nipah Virus: Understanding the Threat, Exploring New Solutions
NAVIPP Scientific Watch Serie A deadly virus Nipah virus is one of the deadliest pathogens known, with mortality rates up to 75%. It has caused repeated outbreaks in South Asia, raising global concern due to its potential for person-to-person transmission. What recent research shows New studies suggest that aerosol transmission, while rare, may play a…
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Urban Wildlife, Hidden Pathogens: A Wake-Up Call from Mali
NAVIPP Scientific Watch Serie Pathogens in the city A recent study in Bamako, Mali, investigated rodents and shrews living in the city. Researchers discovered pathogens of public health concern, including Bartonella species, Coxiella burnetii (the agent of Q fever), and Trypanosoma. Although prevalence was low, these findings underscore the importance of monitoring urban wildlife. Why…
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Ebola’s Hidden History: What Viral Evolution Teaches Us
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…
