To find the answer, they developed a way to observe and measure real-time influenza A virus structure during formation. The researchers found: Influenza A viruses rapidly adjust their shape when ...

The H5N1 avian influenza virus is mutating to evade immune defenses in mammals following prior infection or vaccination.

The crystal structure of the hemagglutinin of both the viruses is similar, especially within the Sa antigenic site. Compared with seasonal influenza outbreaks, the overall impact of the 2009 H1N1 ...

Cold germs from someone’s nose or cough can live on surfaces for hours to days, depending on many factors. Learn which ...

Box 1. Current nomenclature for influenza viruses (WHO 1980). The formal nomenclature for the designation of influenza viruses was revised and published by the WHO [43]. The year of isolation ...

Recent outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza (also known as bird flu) have created a need for rapid and sensitive detection methods to mitigate its spread. Now, researchers have developed a ...

This is the first report of the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza viruses — better known as bird flu — in New Jersey. Does this mean people are at danger? Here's what you should know about the ...