OHSU doc dreams of lifetime immunity with one flu shot
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Five animals that could help us beat human diseases
The relationship between animals and diseases is not one way.
Scientists develop novel vaccine for Lassa fever and rabies
A novel vaccine designed to protect people from both Lassa fever and rabies showed promise in preclinical testing, according to new research published in Nature Communications.
Uniquely Designed Experimental Zika Vaccine Has Proven Powerful
A uniquely designed experimental vaccine against Zika virus has proven powerful in mice, new research has found.
Mouse
Mice are pivotal in medical progress, facilitating treatments for cancer, heart disease, neurodegenerative disorders like Parkinson's, and psychiatric conditions such as anxiety and schizophrenia.
Rabbit
Rabbits, instrumental in developing the rabies vaccine, paved the way for pets in households. Their anatomical and physiological resemblance to humans aids research in cancer, glaucoma, infections, diabetes, and emphysema.
Rhesus macaque
Rhesus macaque monkeys, owing to their anatomical and physiological likeness to humans, have been instrumental in developing life-saving vaccines and treatments like those for polio, smallpox, rabies, and HIV/AIDS. They've also contributed to behavioral discoveries, showing promise in neural mechanism studies.
Cat
Cats are crucial in neuroscience, ophthalmology, retrovirus, and inherited disease research. They uniquely replicate Alzheimer's pathology, aiding veterinary and human medical advancements in various diseases.
Chinchilla
Chinchillas serve as vital models for auditory system research due to their physiological similarities to humans, aiding advancements in acoustic studies and offering insights into middle ear infections and other areas like respiratory infections and ototoxicity.