A collaboration led by infectious diseases researcher Megan Baldridge, MD, PhD, could lead to new options for vulnerable patients to maintain healthy blood counts.
Tag: Division of Infectious Diseases
Prize supports hunt for broad-spectrum antivirals
Infectious diseases expert Michael Diamond, MD, PhD, won a $2.5M prize to advance the development of drugs to treat debilitating chikungunya and related viruses.
New research shows promise for treating hepatitis C in pregnancy
A study led by Laura Marks, MD, and Madeline McCrary, MD, suggests oral hepatitis C treatment may be feasible during pregnancy with careful monitoring and shared decision-making.
Nasal spray vaccine protects against bird flu in mice
Researchers led by Jacco Boon, PhD, found that a novel H5N1 vaccine confers robust protection regardless of prior seasonal flu immunity.
Mitreva receives award for parasite research
The American Society of Parasitologists’ Ward Medal honors an outstanding researcher with demonstrated leadership.
Researchers find a common weakness in major gut pathogens (Links to an external site)
The discovery could lead to a single vaccine against E. coli, Shigella and other causes of severe diarrhea.
Genetically modified hookworms produce and deliver therapeutics (Links to an external site)
Bioengineered parasites could serve as long-term drug factories for hosts.