VIRAL ENCEPHALOPATHY AND RETINOPATHY IN GROUPERS (EPINEPHELUS SPP.) IN SOUTHERN ITALY: A THREAT FOR WILD ENDANGERED SPECIES?

Viral Encephalopathy and Retinopathy in groupers (Epinephelus spp.) in southern Italy: a threat for wild endangered species?

Abstract Background Betanodaviruses are the causative agents of Viral Encephalopathy and Retinopathy (VER).To date, more than 50 species have proved to be susceptible and among them, those found in genus Epinephelus are highly represented.Clinical disease outbreaks are generally characterized by typical nervous signs and significant mortalities mai

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Fumarprotocetraric acid and geraniin were identified as novel inhibitors of human respiratory syncytial virus infection in vitro

IntroductionRespiratory syncytial virus (RSV) remains a major international public health concern.However, disease treatment is limited to preventive care with monoclonal antibodies and supportive care.In this study, natural products were screened to identify novel anti-RSV inhibitors.MethodsThe antiviral effect of 320 compounds on RSV in HEp-2 cel

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