Ebola infection

Enzyme that could stop Ebola infection identified

Initially the researchers hope to be able to test it on animals and, in the long term, develop a drug that inhibits the relevant enzyme.

Dec 30, 2017, 16:26 PM IST

Horse antibodies for Ebola infection: Effective, economical treatment developed

The post-exposure treatment made with antibodies from horses could be used in the next Ebola outbreak.

Feb 07, 2017, 13:16 PM IST

Now, blood test will predict survival outcome in patients suffering from Ebola virus

The new research provides data on the underlying causes of Ebola virus infection.

Jan 19, 2017, 17:41 PM IST

Lung-specific Ebola infection found: Study

From 2013 to 2016, West Africa experienced an unprecedented outbreak of hemorrhagic Ebola.

Jan 08, 2017, 14:27 PM IST

Ebola survivors face long-term health problems

Most Ebola survivors were found to be suffering from neurological issues six months after infection.

Feb 25, 2016, 22:09 PM IST

Is Ebola virus one-up against bats?

Ebola virus and bats have been waging a molecular battle for survival that may have started at least 25 million years ago, revealed a new study led by an Indian-origin scientist.

Dec 25, 2015, 00:29 AM IST

Simple saliva test detects Ebola in a jiffy

 A simple saliva test to detect the deadly Ebola infection has been found effective under field conditions in Senegal and Guinea, a new study says.

Nov 07, 2015, 16:50 PM IST