A step toward a universal flu vaccine
With computer models and lab experiments, researchers are working on a strategy for vaccines that could protect against any influenza virus.
With computer models and lab experiments, researchers are working on a strategy for vaccines that could protect against any influenza virus.
A variety of MIT research projects could aid efforts to detect and prevent the spread of coronavirus.
Improving the rate of handwashing at just 10 major airports could significantly slow the spread of a viral disease, researchers estimate.
During the community flu clinic on Oct. 3, at least 9,378 people on campus had received vaccinations — an average of one shot every 3.8 seconds.
Study could shed light on how many other proteins bind with membrane cholesterol.
This year’s clinic lived up to its reputation as one of the most efficient operations at MIT.
Influenza viruses can hijack host cellular machinery to help mutated viral proteins fold and function.
Asian flu strains can enter North America through Alaska, study finds.
Second clinic to take place Thursday, Oct. 20, at the Stratton Student Center.
Tests in mice show the vaccines work against Ebola, influenza, and a common parasite.
High-speed imaging shows how fluid breaks apart in air, may help identify super-spreaders.
A second clinic will take place Friday, Oct. 16 in the Stratton Student Center.
New research suggests ways to reduce the likelihood that individuals and groups will become infected with influenza.
MIT study finds evidence that a new strain of H1N1 may carry dangerous mutations.