Underscoring the immense potential of chitosan in fighting a wide spectrum of viruses: A plausible molecule against SARS-CoV-2?
Chitosan, a naturally occurring polysaccharide derived from chitin, has demonstrated significant potential as an antiviral ...
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Natural immunity to SARS-CoV-2 weakened significantly after Omicron’s emergence
Findings indicate a sharp drop in immunity after Omicron infection, stressing the necessity for updated vaccines to enhance ...
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In silico docking of clinically approved drugs against the SARS-CoV-2 receptor-binding domain
Announcing a new article publication for BIO Integration journal. Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), first identified in China in December 2019, rapidly spread worldwide, ...
New tool can detect fast-spreading SARS-COV-2 variants before they take off
Researchers have developed a powerful tool that can detect variants of SARS-CoV-2 with high transmission potential before they become widespread. This approach could significantly support public ...
Chitosan Derivatives: A Suggestive Evaluation for Novel Inhibitor Discovery Against Wild-Type and Variants of SARS-CoV-2 Virus
The study explores the potential of chitosan derivatives as novel inhibitors against the wild-type and emerging variants of ...
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Cytoplasmic tail determines the membrane trafficking and localization of SARS-CoV-2 spike protein
The spike (S) glycoprotein of SARS-CoV-2 mediates viral entry through associating with ACE2 on host cells. Intracellular trafficking and palmitoylation of S protein are required for its function. The ...
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Engineered Receptor Capture Combined with Mass Spectrometry Enables High-Throughput Detection and Quantitation of SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein
Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, Leicester LE1 7RH, U.K. Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, University ...
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A novel precision-serology assay for SARS-CoV-2 infection based on linear B-cell epitopes of Spike protein
Methods: We herein report mapping of linear IgG and IgA antibody epitopes of the SARS-CoV-2 Spike (S) protein in samples from SARS-CoV-2 exposed individuals along with certified SARS-CoV-2 ...