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“de-CIPHERing Infectious Disease” explores the cutting-edge interdisciplinary research happening at UNC Charlotte’s CIPHER Research Center. Each episode features an in-depth interview with one of CIPHER’s researchers, allowing them to discuss their background, current projects, and the exciting team science approach they take to tackle complex issues at the intersection of health, environment, data science, genomics, infectious disease, and more.
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Battling Bird Flu: Khaled Obeid Dissects Data on Avian Influenza
Avian influenza, or bird flu, is a virus that is on the mind of many in the United States and globally. The disease, which historically is transmitted by wild and farm birds, recently has jumped to other farm animals and humans. The mass infections of chickens has forced farmers to reduce their flocks resulting in the rise in egg prices.
Experts Warn Bird Flu Could Pose Growing Risk to Human Health
Recent research from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte reveals that the H5N1 virus, commonly known as bird flu, is evolving quickly and becoming more adept at infecting mammals, including cows and humans.
Lead author Colby Ford highlights that vaccines developed for earlier strains of H5N1 may be less effective against these newer variants. Co-author Dan Janies emphasizes the importance of using artificial intelligence to analyze large datasets and assess preparedness for the rapidly spreading virus.
The study, published in eBioMedicine, shows that newer strains of H5N1 are better at evading the immune system, making past infections or vaccines less protective. This shift increases the likelihood of the virus spreading to humans.
University Commendation for Leadership & Service
Caitlin BrabbleRose, Ph.D. Candidate in the Reitzel Lab was awarded the University Commendation for Leadership & Service. Caitlin is a Doctoral Writing Fellow and supports The Graduate and Postdoctoral Writing Center at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte. We are very proud and applaud your accomplishments.
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