All Zika articles
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ResearchSaliva test uses surface imprinting to recognise Zika
Sensor matches surface roughness of its electrode with Zika’s dimensions and generates results within 20 minutes
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ResearchNanodecoys lure and trap Zika virus
Gelatin nanoparticles camouflaged by mosquito membrane mop up virus and stop it crossing placenta
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ResearchNew peptide destroys Zika virus in brain for first time
Engineered molecule ruptures virus particles to tackle infection
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FeatureStaying one step ahead of the game
Clare Sansom examines the need for agile drug development when tackling emerging viral disease outbreaks
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ResearchCrispr enables rapid disease detection
A Crispr enzyme that targets RNA can recognise Zika at minute concentrations
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NewsHow we are fighting tropical diseases
Repellents and vaccines are useful but still need further improvement
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NewsVaccine coalition to target emerging infectious diseases
Fund attempting to raise $1 billion to develop vaccines before an epidemic strikes
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OpinionBooster shot
Zika and Ebola have highlighted the pharmaceutical industry’s ability to respond to critical needs
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BusinessFDA urges labs to test all blood donations for Zika
Agency has also given emergency authorisation to two new Zika blood tests
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NewsThe huge impact of ‘mini-brains’
‘Mini-brains’ created by Johns Hopkins researchers in the US could revolutionise how drugs and compounds are tested for safety and effectiveness