All cytomegalovirus articles
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NewsStudy finds new targets needed for vaccine to prevent herpesvirus transmission to babies
Despite the lack of research on vaccines against congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV), a research has recently discovered that the virus is able to cause cross-placental transmission even with the absence of multple essential proteins, providing insights for future vaccine development.
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NewsResearch suggests common viral infection worsens deadly condition among premature babies
Researchers say they found that infection with a common virus that can be transmitted from mother to fetus before birth significantly worsens an often-fatal complication of premature birth called necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) in experiments with mice.
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NewsResearchers launch a pioneering project to study the human virome puzzle
The research, which will explore the universe of viruses living in the human body, is fueled by a $20-million grant from the National Institutes of Health.
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NewsThe surprising role of gut infection in Alzheimer’s disease
A new study implicates link between a common virus and the disease, which travels from the gut to the brain and may be a target for antiviral treatments.
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NewsResearch sheds light on complex evolution of RL11 genes in cytomegalovirus
Using bioinformatics and phylogenetic tools, scientists have discovered RL11 genes are exclusive to cytomegaloviruses in Old World monkeys and great apes, providing insights into virus-host coevolution and immune evasion.
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NewsStudy shows promise for a universal influenza vaccine
New research reveals a promising approach to developing a universal influenza vaccine — a so-called “one and done” vaccine that confers lifetime immunity against an evolving virus.
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NewsNew study uncovers why boys born to mothers with HIV are at greater risk of health problems and death in infancy
Researchers have found that children of women with HIV infection have an increased risk of immune abnormalities following exposure to maternal HIV viraemia, immune dysfunction, and co-infections during pregnancy.
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News‘Late-rising’ T cells combat a stubborn virus
A subset of CD4+ “helper” T cells may help a person fight cytomegalovirus and reduce the chances of the virus spreading from person to person.
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NewsPrior exposure to common virus shields against birth defects and miscarriage
A new study uncovers how pre-existing immunity to Cytomegalovirus (CMV) may significantly reduce the risk of birth defects and miscarriage during pregnancy, offering hope for a future vaccine.
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NewsClinical trial of HIV vaccine begins in United States and South Africa
A trial of a preventive HIV vaccine candidate has begun enrollment in the United States and South Africa. The Phase 1 trial will evaluate a novel vaccine known as VIR-1388 for its safety and ability to induce an HIV-specific immune response in people. Source: NIAID Transmission electron micrograph ...