Genome analysis of SARS-CoV-2 isolates from a population reveals the rapid selective sweep of a haplotype carrying many pre-existing and new mutations
To understand the mechanism underlying the evolution of SARS-CoV-2 in a population, we sequenced 92 viral genomes from Assam, India. Analysis of these and database sequences revealed a complete selective sweep... (Source: Virology Journal)
Source: Virology Journal - September 1, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Maloyjo Joyraj Bhattacharjee, Anupam Bhattacharya, Bhaswati Kashyap, Manash Jyoti Taw, Wen-Hsiung Li, Ashis K. Mukherjee and Mojibur Rohman Khan Tags: Research Source Type: research
Isolation and pathogenicity of porcine circovirus type 2 in mice from Guangxi province, China
Porcine circovirus type 2 (PCV2), a member of the genus Circovirus and family Circoviridae, is a closed, small, circular, and single-stranded DNA virus, and it is a crucial swine pathogen of porcine circovirus-as... (Source: Virology Journal)
Source: Virology Journal - August 29, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Qiulin Jiao, Liuyue Yang, Xiangzu Liu, Yanwen Wen, Linxing Tian, Ping Qian, Huanchun Chen and Xiangmin Li Tags: Research Source Type: research
Emerging SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern potentially expand host range to chickens: insights from AXL, NRP1 and ACE2 receptors
The possibilities of cross-species transmission of SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern (VOCs) between humans and poultry species are unknown. The analysis of the structure of receptor was used to investigate the po... (Source: Virology Journal)
Source: Virology Journal - August 29, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Mengyue Lei, Ying Ma, Hongli Chen, Pu Huang, Jing Sun, Xu Wang, Qiangming Sun, Yunzhang Hu and Jiandong Shi Tags: Research Source Type: research
Immune response in influenza virus infection and modulation of immune injury by viral neuraminidase
Influenza A viruses cause severe respiratory illnesses in humans and animals. Overreaction of the innate immune response to influenza virus infection results in hypercytokinemia, which is responsible for morta... (Source: Virology Journal)
Source: Virology Journal - August 28, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Hongyu Jiang and Zongde Zhang Tags: Review Source Type: research
Development and efficacy assessment of hand sanitizers and polylactic acid films incorporating caffeic acid and vanillin for enhanced antiviral properties against HCoV-229E
Although three years after the outbreak of SARS-CoV-2, the virus is still having a significant impact on human health and the global economy. Infection through respiratory droplets is the main transmission rou... (Source: Virology Journal)
Source: Virology Journal - August 28, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Seok-Woo Hyun, Sangha Han, Jeong Won Son, Min Su Song, Dan Ah Kim and Sang-Do Ha Tags: Research Source Type: research
A study on the effect of natural products against the transmission of B.1.1.529 Omicron
The recent outbreak of the Coronavirus pandemic resulted in a successful vaccination program launched by the World Health Organization. However, a large population is still unvaccinated, leading to the emergen... (Source: Virology Journal)
Source: Virology Journal - August 25, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Samar Sami Alkafaas, Abanoub Mosaad Abdallah, Aya Misbah Hussien, Heba Bedair, Mahmoud Abdo, Soumya Ghosh, Sara Samy Elkafas, Wilgince Apollon, Morteza Saki, Samah A. Loutfy, Helen Onyeaka and Mohamed Hessien Tags: Review Source Type: research
Discrimination of SARS-CoV-2 omicron variant and its lineages by rapid detection of immune-escape mutations in spike protein RBD using asymmetric PCR-based melting curve analysis
The SARS-CoV-2 Omicron strain has multiple immune-escape mutations in the spike protein receptor-binding domain (RBD). Rapid detection of these mutations to identify Omicron and its lineages is essential for g... (Source: Virology Journal)
Source: Virology Journal - August 25, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Xiaomu Kong, Peng Gao, Yongwei Jiang, Lixia Lu, Meimei Zhao, Yi Liu, Guoxiong Deng, Haoyan Zhu, Yongtong Cao and Liang Ma Tags: Methodology Source Type: research
The emergence of influenza B as a major respiratory pathogen in the absence of COVID-19 during the 2021 –2022 flu season in China
The emergence of COVID-19 and the implementation of preventive measures and behavioral changes have led to a significant decrease in the prevalence of other respiratory viruses. However, the manner in which se... (Source: Virology Journal)
Source: Virology Journal - August 24, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: De Chang, Mingui Lin, Ning Song, Zhantao Zhu, Jing Gao, Shujun Li, Hongmei Liu, DeZhi Liu, Yu Zhang, Wenkui Sun, Xuan Zhou, Bin Yang, Yongjun Li, Lili Wang, Zhiqing Xiao, Kailong Li & hellip; Tags: Research Source Type: research
Identification and characterization of a polyomavirus in the thornback skate (Raja clavata)
Members of the family Polyomaviridae have a circular double-stranded DNA genome that have been identified in various hosts ranging from mammals to arachnids. Here we report the identification and analysis of a co... (Source: Virology Journal)
Source: Virology Journal - August 24, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Joana Abrantes, Arvind Varsani, Paulo Pereira, Catarina Maia, In ês Farias, Ana Veríssimo and Fabiana Neves Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research
Seroprevalence of herpes simplex virus type 1 and type 2 among the migrant workers in Qatar
This study investigated HSV-1 and HSV-2 seroprevalences and associations among craft and manual ... (Source: Virology Journal)
Source: Virology Journal - August 22, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Gheyath K. Nasrallah, Soha R. Dargham, Duaa W. Al-Sadeq, Fathima H. Amanullah, Farah M. Shurrab, Parveen B. Nizamuddin, Hiam Chemaitelly, Houssein H. Ayoub, Sami Abdeen, Ashraf Abdelkarim, Faisal Daraan, Ahmed Ismail, Nahid Mostafa, Mohamed Sahl, Jinan Su Tags: Research Source Type: research
Constant ratio between the genomic components of bipartite begomoviruses during infection and transmission
The genomic components of multipartite viruses are encapsidated in separate virus particles, and the frequencies of genomic components represent one of the key genetic features. Many begomoviruses of economic ... (Source: Virology Journal)
Source: Virology Journal - August 21, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Yu-Xin Xiao, Di Li, Yi-Jie Wu, Shu-Sheng Liu and Li-Long Pan Tags: Research Source Type: research
Immunological profile of mice immunized with a polyvalent virosome-based influenza vaccine
Influenza A virus (IAV) causes respiratory disease in pigs and is a major concern for public health. Vaccination of pigs is the most successful measure to mitigate the impact of the disease in the herds. Influ... (Source: Virology Journal)
Source: Virology Journal - August 21, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Francisco No é Fonseca, Vanessa Haach, Franciana Volpato Bellaver, Gabrielly Bombassaro, Danielle Gava, Luciano Paulino da Silva, Lana Flavia Baron, Mayara Simonelly, Wanessa Araújo Carvalho, Rejane Schaefer and Ana Paula Bastos Tags: Research Source Type: research
Prevalence and characteristics of HTLV-associated uveitis in patients from Bahia, an endemic area for HTLV − 1 in Brazil
HTLV-1-associated uveitis (HAU) is an inflammatory reaction of the choroid, retina, optic nerve and vitreous that can lead to vision impairment. The worldwide prevalence of HAU varies widely. (Source: Virology Journal)
Source: Virology Journal - August 21, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Daniele Piai Ozores, Regina Rathsam Pinheiro, Ney Boa-Sorte, Maur ício Campos e Silva Dias, Raianne Silva Lima, Thessika Hialla Almeida Araújo, Bernardo Galvão-Castro and Maria Fernanda Rios Grassi Tags: Research Source Type: research
The rates and symptoms of natural and breakthrough infection pre- and post- Covid-19 non-mRNA vaccination at various peaks amongst Iranian healthcare workers
The aim of this study was to determine the rate of natural and breakthrough infection and related symptoms of Covid-19 amongst Iranian healthcare workers (HCWs) who were vaccinated by different non-mRNA-based ... (Source: Virology Journal)
Source: Virology Journal - August 18, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Marzieh Jamalidoust, Owrang Eilami, Zahra Ashkan, Mazyar Ziyaeyan, Nasrin Aliabadi and Mohammad Habibi Tags: Research Source Type: research
Influenza a virus regulates interferon signaling and its associated genes; MxA and STAT3 by cellular miR-141 to ensure viral replication
The antiviral response against influenza A virus (IAV) infection includes the induction of the interferon (IFN) signaling pathway, including activation of the STATs protein family. Subsequently, antiviral myxo... (Source: Virology Journal)
Source: Virology Journal - August 18, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Mai Alalem, Emad Dabous, Ahmed M. Awad, Nedaa Alalem, Adel A. Guirgis, Samir El-Masry and Hany Khalil Tags: Research Source Type: research
