The discovery of Mpulungu virus (MPFV), a novel tick-borne flavivirus in Zambia, expands our understanding of the geographical distribution and genetic diversity of flaviviruses across Africa. This study delves into the genetic details of MPFV, suggesting its potential to infect vertebrate hosts and underscoring the importance of a One Health approach in addressing emerging infectious diseases
The combination of molecular epidemiology data with RNA structure prediction provides insights into unresolved aspects of genotype-phenotype associations in Chikungunya virus
This study shows how superspreading events fueled the first wave of SARS-CoV-2 in Austria. We analyzed viral mutations and traced travel patterns, revealing the impact of superspreading on the course of the outbreak
Discovering the characteristic traits of Musashi Binding Elements (MBEs) in Flaviviruses with a Thermodynamic Model
This study highlights the crucial role of untranslated regions (UTRs) in flaviviruses and the discovery of exoribonuclease resistant RNAs (xrRNAs). These findings showcase the importance of virus bioinformatic studies in advancing our understanding of infectious diseases and their relevance to broader health goals