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·April 25, 2018·4 min read

Brain Cell’s Achilles’ Heel May Prompt Hydrocephalus

A new study reveals viruses can disable the production of Foxj1, causing ependymal cells to lose their structure, sparking hydrocephalus.

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·May 24, 2017·4 min read

Brain Detects Disease in Others Even Before it Breaks Out

According to researchers, our senses of smell and vision make us aware that someone is on the verge of sickness, even before symptoms appear.

Image shows neurons infected with West Nile.

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·May 19, 2017·5 min read

Brain Fights West Nile Virus in Unexpected Way

Researchers report RIPK3 appears to protect brain cells during West Nile virus infection.

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·January 16, 2017·3 min read

Certain Anti-Influenza Compounds Also Inhibit Zika Infection

According to researchers, three anti-influenza compounds also appear to be able to inhibit Zika virus infection.

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·May 15, 2017·4 min read

Certain Immune Reactions to Viruses Cause Learning Problems

A new study reports researchers have discovered the mechanism which may cause learning disorders and memory problems as a result of the immune system's reaction to viral infections like HIV and flu.

Image shows a small child with chickenpox.

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·August 13, 2017·5 min read

Chickenpox Virus Fatal in Newly Discovered Immunodeficiency

Researchers at Aarhus University have identified a mutation in an immune system sensor that can result in chicken pox infection becoming fatal. According to the study, immune cells in those with extreme reaction to VZV neither detected the virus nor activated the immune system. The findings shed light on why some people are more susceptible to infections than others.

This shows a brain surrounded by the different herpesviruses

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·July 29, 2022·6 min read

Chickenpox Virus May Trigger the Onset of Alzheimer’s Disease

Varicella zoster virus (VZV), the virus that causes chickenpox and shingles, may activate the herpes simplex virus and trigger the onset of Alzheimer's disease, a new mouse study found.

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·March 29, 2021·4 min read

Chronic Viral Infections Can Have Lasting Effects on Human Immunity, Similar to Aging

Chronic viral infections have a profound and lasting impact on the immune system in a similar way to aging. Chronic inflammation that occurs as a result of immune system dysregulation is often seen in diseases associated with aging.

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·July 2, 2018·4 min read

CMV Virus May Boost Our Immune System

Researchers report the cytomegalovirus may actually boost, not weaken, our immune systems.

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·May 27, 2019·4 min read

Coat of proteins makes viruses more infectious and links them to Alzheimer’s disease

Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) interact with biological fluids, creating a coat of proteins around the viral surface. This results in the viruses becoming more infectious and can contribute to the formation of amyloid plaques. In animal models, researchers found these viruses can bind to amyloid proteins, which aggregate into plaques that contribute to Alzheimer's disease. HSV-1 is able to accelerate the transformation of soluble amyloid proteins into amyloid plaques.

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·January 25, 2023·6 min read

Could a Viral Illness Increase Chances of Developing Alzheimer’s or Other Neurodegenerative Disease?

Study reveals a significant association between certain viral illnesses, including viral encephalitis and pneumonia-causing flu with an increased risk of developing a neurodegenerative disorder later in life. Researchers say existing vaccines against the viruses may reduce the chances of developing neurodegeneration.

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·March 10, 2023·5 min read

Could an Ancient Virus Be a Genetic Driver of Autism?

Genome and transcriptome analysis revealed BTBR autism mouse models have increased levels of endogenous retrovirus genes. BTBR/R models of ASD showed differences in the expression of a variety of genes that are indicative of endogenous retrovirus activation. BTBR/R mice exhibit autistic-like behaviors without reduced learning abilities.

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virology

Brain Cell’s Achilles’ Heel May Prompt Hydrocephalus

Brain Detects Disease in Others Even Before it Breaks Out

Brain Fights West Nile Virus in Unexpected Way

Certain Anti-Influenza Compounds Also Inhibit Zika Infection

Certain Immune Reactions to Viruses Cause Learning Problems

Chickenpox Virus Fatal in Newly Discovered Immunodeficiency

Chickenpox Virus May Trigger the Onset of Alzheimer’s Disease

Chronic Viral Infections Can Have Lasting Effects on Human Immunity, Similar to Aging

CMV Virus May Boost Our Immune System

Coat of proteins makes viruses more infectious and links them to Alzheimer’s disease

Could a Viral Illness Increase Chances of Developing Alzheimer’s or Other Neurodegenerative Disease?

Could an Ancient Virus Be a Genetic Driver of Autism?

Lactobacillus Bacteria May Guard Against Anxiety and Depression

Stickleback Fish Reveal Insights into Animal Decision-Making

AI-Enhanced Imaging: Probing Brain’s Visual Processing

High ‘Good Cholesterol’ Linked to Dementia Risk

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