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64 articles for “Immune system”
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Bacteriophages- A New Frontier in Medicine
Abstract: Bacteriophages, or phages, are viruses that specifically target and infect bacteria, offering an innovative alternative to traditional antibiotic treatments, especially in the face of rising antibiotic resistance. The resurgence of phage therapy has been driven by the increasing prevalence of multidrug-resistant bacterial strains and the slowdown in the development of new antibiotics. Phages, unlike antibiotics, target specific bacterial strains, reducing the impact on the natural microbiota and potentially offering a …
Published in International Journal of Virus Studies · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 31–35 Read article
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Environmental Pollutants and Biodiversity Loss: Analyzing the Role of Persistent Organic Pollutants in Ecosystem Decline
Abstract: Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) significantly impact biodiversity, with various factors influencing their effects on species and ecosystems. Species in poor body condition, like carnivores and predators, are more vulnerable to POPs due to weakened immune systems and reduced detoxification abilities. Dietary habits also affect the accumulation of POPs, as chemicals biomagnify up the food chain. Carnivores accumulate higher concentrations, leading to reproductive failures, hormonal imbalances, and death, while herbivores face …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 9–20 Read article
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Pathogens in Nosocomial Infections: Epidemiology, Resistance, and Control Measures
Abstract: Nosocomial infections, also known as healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), are a serious global health issue, leading to higher patient morbidity, prolonged hospital stays, and increased medical costs. Various pathogens—such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites—are responsible for these infections, especially in healthcare environments where they easily spread. They can be transmitted through direct contact with infected patients, contaminated medical equipment, or even airborne particles.Patients with weakened immune systems, those requiring prolonged …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Innovative Antifungal strategies: Terbinafine hydrochloride in Niosomal carriers
Abstract: Onychomycosis, an infection caused by fungi that affects fingernails or toenails, causes the nails to grow, separate from the nail bed, and become discoloured. While anybody can get, those with weakened immune systems, children and the elderly are especially susceptible. Present study was related to formulate an effective nail lacquer that would treat onychomycosis by utilizing Terbinafine hydrochloride. In this study, niosomes of a medication called terbinafine hydrochloride, an antifungal …
Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Review of Current Trends in Vaccine Development against Zoonotic Viruses: Challenges and Innovations
Abstract: The emergence of zoonotic viruses poses a significant threat to global public health, necessitating rapid advancements in vaccine development. This review highlights the current trends and innovative strategies employed in the creation of vaccines against zoonotic pathogens, including but not limited to viruses responsible for diseases such as Ebola, Zika, Nipah, and more recently, SARS-CoV-2. We discuss various vaccine platforms, including inactivated, live attenuated, mRNA, and viral vector vaccines, focusing …
Published in International Journal of Virus Studies · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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SiRNA-Based Multivalent Vaccines: A Systematic Review of Potential Risks, Benefits, and Future Applications
Abstract: Background: Small interfering RNA (SiRNA) technology represents a promising innovation in vaccine development, especially for multivalent vaccines that can target multiple pathogens or antigenic variants simultaneously. siRNA-based vaccines offer a unique mechanism to induce specific immune responses, presenting an adaptable and potentially powerful tool for tackling infectious diseases and cancer. Methods: This systematic review synthesizes recent studies on siRNA multivalent vaccines, focusing on their immunogenicity, safety, and effectiveness. We reviewed …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 43–49 Read article
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Impact of Vaccine Awareness Campaigns on Pharmacovigilance Reporting and Public Safety Monitoring
Abstract: Vaccination programs have significantly contributed to the reduction of infectious diseases worldwide; however, their success is closely tied to public confidence and robust safety monitoring systems. Pharmacovigilance plays a critical role in identifying, assessing, and preventing adverse events following immunization (AEFI). In recent years, vaccine awareness campaigns have emerged as a pivotal strategy to improve public knowledge, reduce vaccine hesitancy, and enhance reporting of adverse drug reactions (ADRs). This review …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Development of a Novel Therapeutic Approach Using RNA Interference for Targeting Viral Genes
Abstract: RNA interference (RNAi) is a ground breaking therapeutic strategy that holds immense promise for targeting viral genes in the treatment of viral infections. This approach leverages the natural gene-silencing mechanisms of RNAi to inhibit viral replication and expression at the molecular level, providing a precise and adaptable method to counteract viral pathogens, including influenza, HIV, and hepatitis viruses. Recent advancements in RNAi technology have enabled the development of highly specific …
Published in International Journal of Virus Studies · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 12–22 Read article
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Nutrition Induced Gut Microbiota Modulation in Food Animals: Implications for Viral Susceptibility, Shedding and Transmission Dynamics for Sustainable Development
Abstract: The gut microbiota has emerged as a central mediator linking host nutrition, immune competence, and vulnerability to viral pathogens in food animals. Diet is a primary driver of microbial community structure and function, influencing metabolite production, intestinal barrier integrity, and systemic antiviral immunity. Accumulating evidence indicates that nutrition induced modulation of the gut microbiota can substantially alter viral susceptibility, replication, and shedding patterns, with downstream effects on transmission dynamics within …
Published in International Journal of Virus Studies · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 46–56 Read article
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Nutraceuticals Unveiled: Exploring the Science, Benefits, and Future of Functional Food
Abstract: The rapidly developing subject of nutraceuticals is critically examined in this review, with a focus on its scientific basis, proven health advantages, and possible future applications in the functional food industry. Key bioactive ingredients that contribute to the therapeutics effectiveness of functional foods, including flavonoids, polyphenols, carotenoids, probiotics, and essential fatty acids, have been identified and characterized as a result of recent developments in nutritional science. Both experimental and clinical …
Published in International Journal of Nutritions · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Histoplasma capsulatum (Dimorphic Fungus) in India: Biological Features, Virulence Mechanisms, and Clinical Implications of Histoplasmosis.
Abstract: Histoplasmosis is a systemic mycosis caused by the thermally dimorphic fungus Histoplasma capsulatum. Infection is acquired primarily by inhalation of infectious microconidia and may range from asymptomatic infection to severe disseminated disease. Although histoplasmosis has classically been associated with the river valleys of the Americas, it is being increasingly recognized in Asia, including India, where it frequently mimics tuberculosis, leishmaniasis, lymphoma, and leprosy, resulting in delayed diagnosis and treatment. Cutaneous …
Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 38–48 Read article
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Progression in multi-omics and immunological research on host-parasite interactions: Transcriptomics, proteomics, genomics, metabolomics, and immune responses
Abstract: The interaction occuring between hosts and parasites is a quick and multi step-complex biological process that tries to influence disease outcomes. In recent years, multi-omics approaches, such as transcriptomics, proteomics, genomics, metabolomics, and immunological studies, have gathered substantial eye in dissecting these interactions at a microscopic level. These techniques enable a vast understanding of the molecular structures involved in parasitic infections and host defense mechanisms. This article reviews the advancements …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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Advancing Cancer Vaccine Development through CRISPR/Cas9 Technologies and Future Opportunities
Abstract: The advent of CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing has revolutionized the cancer immunotherapy market, offering unprecedented precision and versatility in the development of next-generation cancer vaccines. This review examines how CRISPR technologies are being integrated into various stages of cancer vaccine development including neoantigen discovery, dendritic cell engineering, cancer cell reprogramming, and tumor microenvironment modulation. In the area of neoantigen discovery, CRISPR enables rapid identification and validation of tumor-specific mutations, thereby supporting …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Quorum Sensing and Biofilm Dynamics in Pathogens: An Evolving Frontier in Infectious Disease
Abstract: Bacterial and fungal pathogens rarely act as solitary invaders. Instead, they engage in sophisticated chemical communication known as quorum sensing (QS) to coordinate population-wide behaviours and construct structured, multicellular biofilm communities. These biofilms, composed of extracellular polymeric substances, not only facilitate microbial persistence on biotic and abiotic surfaces but also confer remarkable protection against host immune defenses and antimicrobial therapies. QS systems act as central regulators of biofilm dynamics, orchestrating …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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Next-Generation mRNA Vaccines: Applications Beyond COVID-19
Abstract: Messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccine technology has become a paradigm shift in contemporary medicine and, with remarkable success in the COVID-19 pandemic, has opened the door to a new wave of vaccines development. In contrast to the traditional vaccine methods, mRNA vaccines are based on the synthetic genetic code that allows host cells to express target antigens, thus eliciting strong humoral and cellular immunity. The speed of development, efficacy, scalability of …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Phytohormones: Bridging Plant Immunity and Human Health
Abstract: This review highlights the multifaceted roles of phytohormones, including salicylic acid, abscisic acid, cytokinins, and brassinosteroids, emphasizing their contributions to plant immunity and potential therapeutic applications in human health. Phytohormones are critical regulators of plant growth, development, and defense, functioning as signaling molecules that activate and coordinate plant responses to biotic and abiotic stresses. Salicylic acid, in particular, is instrumental in systemic acquired resistance (SAR), a defense mechanism that strengthens …
Published in International Journal of Trends in Horticulture · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 20–23 Read article
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Quinine: Past, Present, and Future Perspective in Malaria and Autoimmune Disorder
Abstract: Quinine, a natural alkaloid extracted from the bark of the cinchona tree, has traditionally played a key role in treating malaria, a disease caused by parasites of the Plasmodium genus. Since its discovery in the 17th century, quinine has evolved from a rudimentary treatment to an essential component of modern antimalarial therapies. This article explores the historical use of quinine in the fight against malaria, its role in current treatment …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 24–33 Read article
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Toward Comprehensive Immunization: The Role of Combined COVID-19 and Influenza Vaccines in Public Health
Abstract: The emergence of multi-pathogen vaccines, particularly those combining protection against COVID- 19 and influenza, marks a significant advancement in immunization efforts. These combination vaccines have the potential to streamline vaccination processes, improve vaccine uptake, and reduce the burden on healthcare systems by offering a single dose that targets both viruses. COVID-19 and seasonal influenza are major public health concerns, with overlapping symptoms and seasonal patterns that justify the rationale for …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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Advancing Gene Therapy: Next-Generation Viral Vector Engineering for Precision, Safety, and Scalability
Abstract: Gene therapy has emerged as a paradigm-shifting modality for the treatment of genetic disorders, malignancies, and rare diseases through the delivery of therapeutic nucleic acids aimed at correcting or modulating dysfunctional gene expression. Among the various delivery systems, viral vectors including adeno-associated viruses (AAVs), lentiviruses, adenoviruses, retroviruses, and herpes simplex viruses have proven indispensable owing to their high transduction efficiencies and adaptability. This review offers a comprehensive assessment of viral …
Published in International Journal of Virus Studies · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 37–55 Read article
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The future of global immunisation strategies: an examination of vaccines
Abstract: Vaccination is still one of the best ways to improve public health, but worldwide immunization plans are facing new scientific, societal, and logistical problems. This article looks at the future of global immunization programs by looking at present and new vaccine technology, delivery systems, and policy frameworks. It looks at new technologies including mRNA platforms, thermostable vaccines, and new ways to distribute vaccinations that could help more people get them …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 9–14 Read article