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31 articles for “pathogen surveillance”
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Scientific Trajectories in Indian Virology: Innovations, Institutions, and Impact
Abstract: India's substantial research on epidemiology, virology, and public health measures has helped the world understand viral infections better. This article gives an overview of virus research in India, starting with early studies on arboviruses and enteroviruses and going all the way up to current studies on new and re-emerging pathogens including SARS-CoV-2, Nipah, and Zika viruses. Over the decades, India has built a rich legacy in virus research through pioneering …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 11–20 Read article
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Design of Novel Antiviral agents against Japanese Encephalitis virus NS3Helicase/NTPase Computational approach
Abstract: Pathogenic protozoa are commonly transmitted to food in developing countries, but food-borne outbreaks of infection are relatively rare in developed countries. The main protozoa of concern in developed countries are Toxoplasma, Cryptosporidium and Giardia, and these can be a problem in immune-compromised people. Other protozoa such as Entamoeba histolytica, Cyclosporacayetanensis and Sarcocystis can be a food-borne problem in non-industrialised countries. C. cayetanensis has emerged as a food-borne pathogen in foods …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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Genomic Characterization of Emerging Arboviruses in Rural India
Abstract: Arboviruses (arthropod-borne viruses) represent a rapidly evolving group of pathogens responsible for significant morbidity and mortality, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. Rural India, characterized by dense vector populations, changing ecological patterns, and limited healthcare infrastructure, has become a hotspot for the emergence and re-emergence of arboviral diseases such as dengue, chikungunya, Japanese encephalitis, and more recently, Zika virus infections. Advances in genomic technologies, including next-generation sequencing (NGS), metagenomics, and …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Decade of Viral Evolution (2015–2025): Emergence, Mutations, and Implications for Global Health
Abstract: Over the past decade (2015-2025), viral evolution has profoundly reshaped the global health landscape, challenging healthcare systems, diagnostic tools, therapeutic strategies, and vaccine efficacy. This review comprehensively analyzes the evolutionary trajectories of major human and zoonotic viruses, with a focus on pandemic-prone, drug-resistant, and emerging pathogens. Viral evolution is driven by diverse molecular mechanisms including high mutation rates, recombination, reassortment, host immune pressure, and antiviral interventions, leading to genetic diversification, …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 31–40 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review on Monkeypox Infection
Abstract: Monkeypox represents a zoonotic viral affliction instigated by the monkeypox virus, which is classified within the Poxviridae family and is distinct from the virus that causes chickenpox. Initially recognized in 1958, this infection has recently attracted international scrutiny due to its escalating incidence beyond traditional endemic territories. This review delivers an exhaustive examination of monkeypox, encompassing its epidemiology, viral morphology, modes of transmission, pathogenesis, clinical presentations, and therapeutic interventions. The …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 23–32 Read article
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Veterinary Mycology: Fungal Infections in Livestock and Companion Animals
Abstract: Fungal infections represent a significant yet often underestimated challenge in veterinary medicine, affecting both livestock and companion animals. Veterinary mycology encompasses a diverse group of pathogens, including yeasts, molds, dimorphic fungi, and dermatophytes, that can cause localized or systemic diseases with substantial health, economic, and zoonotic implications. In livestock species, such as cattle, sheep, goats, poultry, pigs, horses, and camels, fungal infections manifest as dermatophytosis, mycotic mastitis, aspergillosis, keratomycosis, and …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 44–51 Read article
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Ventilator Associated Pneumonia: Prevalence of Bacteria and their Antibiogram in Tertiary Care Centre, Kota, Rajasthan, India
Abstract: Background: Mechanical ventilation is a life-saving procedure, but it is associated with a high risk of acquiring respiratory infections. Hence to prevent it and initiate empirical antimicrobial therapy, knowledge of microbial profile and their local antimicrobial sensitivity pattern are essential. The study aimed to investigate the role of endotracheal aspirate (ETA) surveillance cultures in identifying the aetiology of VAP earlier. Methods: A prospective study was carried out over a period …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 30–34 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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Revolutionizing Vaccine Development:The Transformative Role of Bioinformatics in Designing Next-Generation Immunotherapies
Abstract: Vaccines have long been central to the prevention and control of infectious diseases, dramatically reducing morbidity and mortality worldwide. In the modern era, the integration of bioinformatics has revolutionized vaccine development by enabling rapid, precise, and cost-effective identification of potential vaccine targets. This seminar explores the multifaceted applications of bioinformatics in vaccinology, including antigen discovery, epitope prediction, structural modeling, molecular docking, and immunoinformatics-driven vaccine design. Special emphasis is placed on …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Bioinformatics · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 19–33 Read article
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Japanese Encephalitis and Dengue Fever Co-infection
Abstract: Dengue virus (DENV) and Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) are two significant pathogenic viruses that can cause severe encephalitis. Dengue and Japanese encephalitis are vector-borne illnesses.Arboviruses that are carried by mosquitoes are significant India's causes of death and morbidity The rainy season, when the vector population grows, is when both dengue and Japanese encephalitis transmissions peak. We still don't fully understand how the CNS is involved in dengue and Japanese encephalitis …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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Susceptibility Patterns of ESBL Positive Uropathogenic Escherichia coli to CLSI Recommended Group Drugs for Enterobacteriaceae
Abstract: Bacterial pathogens causing acute infections are increasingly exhibiting resistance to the commonly used antibiotics and have thus become a great threat to public health. The failure of empirical therapy is frequently observed, even in community-acquired urinary tract infections. We, therefore, conducted a study in 2009-10 to find out what proportion of urinary tract infections with Escherichia coli were caused by ESBL producers, the assessment susceptibility pattern of ESBL positive and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 6–13 Read article