A newly identified virus–cell hybrid structure allows viruses to spread faster and more aggressively by hitching a ride on ...

The mosquito-borne Zika virus is known for causing microcephaly, a birth defect in which abnormal brain development results in a smaller-than-expected head. A new study published Jan. 13 in mBio shows ...

The film discusses the nature of viruses, including their structure, reproduction, and the diseases they cause. It explains how viruses are incredibly small and require a host cell to survive and ...

Researchers have discovered that virus-like nanoparticles can promote the multicellular organization and reproduction of host bacteria. These particles, which are evolutionarily related to phages ...

Understanding the differences between bacteria and viruses is crucial for recognizing how these microorganisms impact our ...

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Some viruses mutate more rapidly than others. Learn more about why that is and what that means for your health. Have you ever wondered why you have to get a flu shot every year, but some vaccines are ...