Noroviruses

Researchers from the Institute of Chemistry and Metabolomics of the University of Lübeck discover a new mechanism allowing Noroviruses to switch off sugar binding. Key for these novel insights were NMR (Nuclear Magnetic Resonance) experiments. Development of vaccines as well as the search for antivi more

Infection with highly contagious noroviruses, while not usually fatal, can lead to a slew of unpleasant symptoms such as excessive vomiting and diarrhea. Current treatment options are limited to rehydration of the patient. "Additionally, noroviruses come in a variety of constantly evolving strains. more

Using tracer viruses, researchers found that contamination of just a single doorknob or table top results in the spread of viruses throughout office buildings, hotels, and health care facilities. Within 2 to 4 hours, the virus could be detected on 40 to 60 percent of workers and visitors in the faci more

A stomach virus’s mysterious path into the gut is uncovered A stomach virus’s mysterious path into the gut is uncovered, Published online: 13 April 2018; doi:10.1038/d41586-018-04591-6 Mouse experiments show how noroviruses do their dirty work. more

A stomach virus’s mysterious path into the gut is uncovered A stomach virus’s mysterious path into the gut is uncovered, Published online: 13 April 2018; doi:10.1038/d41586-018-04591-6 Mouse experiments show how noroviruses do their dirty work. more

Abstract Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are diverse unconjugated carbohydrates that are highly abundant in human breast milk. These glycans are investigated in the context of exhibiting multiple functions in infant growth and development. They seem to provide protection against infectious di more