pathogens

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His latest work demonstrates "why we need to investigate this basic science -- so that it can be translated into developing drugs targeting pathogens that cause so many harmful diseases."

From Science Daily • May 13, 2026

The technology was intended for testing against Hantaan virus and other pathogens.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Despite the fatalities, officials have emphasized that the broader public risk remains low, noting that hantavirus doesn’t spread as easily as airborne pathogens such as influenza or Covid-19.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

Inside the amoeba, these pathogens can survive in a kind of safe shelter, shielded from disinfectants that would normally destroy them.

From Science Daily • May 2, 2026

When he starts talking about things like pathogens and disease transmission I look sharply at Katherine, who is staring at me like I just grew an extra head.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland