ICMR-National Institute of Virology

Determinants and strategies for implementing hepatitis C elimination in low-and middle-income countries: a narrative review with structured literature search

Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection affects an estimated 56.8 million people globally, resulting in chronic liver disease and a significant economic burden. The World Health Organization (WHO) aims to eliminate HCV by 2030, targeting a 65% reduction in deaths, 80% reduction...

Comparative pathogenicity study of monkeypox virus Clade Ib and Clade IIb in a rabbit model

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Sentinel serosurvey for Mpox virus infection among key populations in India: Evidence of sporadic past exposure beyond travel-related cases

Background and objectives Mpox, declared a public health emergency of international concern by WHO, has demonstrated sporadic transmission globally. While India reported 66 confirmed cases predominantly linked to international travel, the possibility of silent community circulati...

A novel synergistic phycobiliprotein combination against HIV-1 shows potent antiviral activity

Human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) remains a major global public health challenge due to lifelong persistence, latency, and the emergence of drug resistance. Natural bioactive compounds are increasingly being explored as alternative or adjunct antiviral strategies. In th...