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An In vitro Model to Study Immune Responses of Human Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells to Human Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
Published on: December 10, 2013
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Special Issue: "Innate Immunity to Virus Infection, 2nd Edition"
Xinyu Zhang1,2, Caijun Sun1,2,3,4
1School of Public Health (Shenzhen), Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen 518107, China.
Viruses
|December 31, 2025
Summary
Highly pathogenic viruses pose a global health threat. This study investigates emerging viral threats and potential control strategies to mitigate future pandemics.
Area of Science:
- Virology
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
Background:
- The increasing frequency of highly pathogenic viral outbreaks presents a significant global health challenge.
- Emerging infectious diseases necessitate robust surveillance and rapid response mechanisms.
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