New genome-wide meta-analysis shows FOXP4 gene variants elevate the risk of long COVID (PASC), linking genetic predisposition to persistent symptoms and lung dysfunction. Findings support tailored ...

Water is life—and it also mirrors the health of our communities. Now, two Simon Fraser University-led projects are carving new paths to support community engagement and knowledge sharing about our ...

The evolution of SARS-CoV-2 variants with increased fitness has been accompanied by structural changes in the spike (S) proteins, which are the major target for the adaptive immune response.

WHO has reported a rise in global Covid-19 cases, with test positivity reaching 11%. The new variant NB.1.8.1 is spreading ...

Just released online (and to be published June 12, 2025) in the peer-reviewed journal Cell, genetic research by Jonathan ...

WGS of COVID-19 samples in Tamil Nadu confirms Omicron variant and sub-lineages, no virulent infections reported.

Hyderabad: In light of recent spurt in Covid-19 cases, scientists and public health experts believe that the current variants ...

Monoclonal antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 were considered a promising approach for the prevention and therapy of coronavirus ...

In India, NB.1.8.1, a new sub-variant of COVID-19, has been detected. In April, its sample was gathered and sequenced.

India has 257 active Covid-19 cases, with slight rises in Kerala (273 cases in May), Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu ...

WHO has classified NB.1.8.1 as Variant Under Monitoring as of May, indicating it has mutations that could be worth tracking.