Bird-flu challenge: An avian-flu outbreak could kill millions. Will we have a vaccine in time to stop it?

Article Abstract:

The scientists at the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tenn. have developed a vaccine to combat the H5N1 virus, which is a human variant of the bird-flu virus. The trials on humans will begin in 2005 but even after the trials, the vaccine will have to be produced in large quantities, which is a difficult task, and hence many health experts feel that public-awareness campaigns should be used for controlling the virus.

Science & research, Tennessee, Research, Influenza vaccines, Avian influenza

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Troubled seas

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The scientists from Australia who were in search of a particularly underwater mountain located in the Norfolk Ridge, out in the middle of the Tasman Sea, accidentally discovered many new fish species and creatures near the mountain slope. The features and appearances of these newly found creatures are discussed.

Australia, Commercial Fishing, Fishing, Discovery and exploration, Fishes, Species, Species (Biology)

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A new weapon against ebola

Article Abstract:

The ebola virus is a deadly and quick disease, but apart from this little else is known. A vaccine has been developed in monkeys in 2000 and it is hoped this will be able to help humans as well.

Product development, Vaccines, Ebola virus infections, Ebola hemorrhagic fever

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