{"nodes":[{"node":{"nid":"110371","title":"Hidden viruses thrive in desert wildlife","body":"As the sun rises over the Sonoran Desert, bright green lovebirds gather noisily around backyard feeders. At dusk in the Arizona foothills, bobcats slip silently through dry washes and rocky crags.\u0026nbsp;These familiar animals seem worlds apart \u2014 one urban and social, the other solitary and elusive.\u2026","post_date":"\u003Ctime datetime=\u00222026-01-06T12:10:27-07:00\u0022\u003E01\/06\/2026-12:10pm\u003C\/time\u003E\n","clas_teaser":"In two new studies, researchers used modern genomic tools to explore the hidden viral world in unexpected places. Together, the studies offer a snapshot of viral diversity in desert wildlife and demonstrate how scientists track viruses across hosts, environments and time.","teaser":"As the sun rises over the Sonoran Desert, bright green lovebirds gather noisily around backyard feeders. 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And that\u2019s just \u0022the tip\u2026","post_date":"\u003Ctime datetime=\u00222025-05-09T14:37:25-07:00\u0022\u003E05\/09\/2025-2:37pm\u003C\/time\u003E\n","clas_teaser":"An ASU scientist decided to find out why a bacterial infection makes fruit flies promiscuous. 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The newly identified dolphin anelloviruses belong to a previously unrecognized genus, tentatively named Qoptorquevirus.","teaser":"In a new study, researchers from Arizona State University together with national and international collaborators have identified anelloviruses in dolphins for the first time.","story_images":"","hero_image":"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/block_image_16_9_lge\/public\/2025-02\/varsani_anellovirus_asu_news2.png?itok=4eNM7VZH","path":"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20250217-science-and-technology-newly-identified-viruses-found-dolphins","hide_byline":"0","contributor-contact-information-affiliation":"Biodesign Institute at ASU","contributor-contact-information-name":"Richard Harth","contributor-contact-information-e-mail":"{{ mail }}","contributor-contact-information-phone_number":"480-727-0378","contributor-contact-information-campus":"Tempe campus","feed_image_link":"","image_url":"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/block_image_16_9_lge\/public\/2025-02\/varsani_anellovirus_asu_news2.png?itok=4eNM7VZH","image_alt":"Collage of a photo of whales jumping out of the ocean and an enlarged illustration of anelloviruses.","image_caption":"Researchers from Arizona State University have identified anelloviruses in dolphins for the first time. 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The research underscores the vaccine\u0027s role in reducing flu-related illnesses and offers guidance\u2026","post_date":"\u003Ctime datetime=\u00222025-02-04T15:41:09-07:00\u0022\u003E02\/04\/2025-3:41pm\u003C\/time\u003E\n","clas_teaser":"A study conducted by the\u00a0U.S. Flu Vaccine Effectiveness Network, including researchers from ASU, provides fresh insights into the 2023\u201324 flu vaccine\u2019s performance. The research underscores the vaccine\u0026#039;s role in reducing flu-related illnesses and offers guidance for improving vaccination strategies in the future.","teaser":"A study conducted by the\u0026nbsp;U.S.","story_images":"","hero_image":"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/block_image_16_9_lge\/public\/2025-02\/murugan-vaccine-efficacy.png?itok=mC0WbLM_","path":"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20250204-health-and-medicine-study-highlights-effectiveness-202324-flu-vaccine-and-its-implications","hide_byline":"0","contributor-contact-information-affiliation":"Biodesign Institute at ASU","contributor-contact-information-name":"Richard Harth","contributor-contact-information-e-mail":"{{ mail }}","contributor-contact-information-phone_number":"480-727-0378","contributor-contact-information-campus":"Tempe campus","feed_image_link":"","image_url":"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/block_image_16_9_lge\/public\/2025-02\/murugan-vaccine-efficacy.png?itok=mC0WbLM_","image_alt":"An image depicting a needle and vaccine vial on a target board","image_caption":"A recent study revealed that the flu vaccine\u0026#039;s effectiveness against the H1N1 flu virus was stronger for some versions of the virus than others, underscoring the need for continuous virus monitoring to understand how flu viruses evolve. 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Both are being honored for research that addresses a societal need.The NAI Fellows Program highlights academic inventors who have demonstrated a\u2026","post_date":"\u003Ctime datetime=\u00222024-12-31T10:00:18-07:00\u0022\u003E12\/31\/2024-10:00am\u003C\/time\u003E\n","clas_teaser":"Arizona State University faculty members Bertram Jacobs and Klaus Lackner have been elected as fellows to the National Academy of Inventors. 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Even fewer have had the chance to join a team of 86 students doing multidisciplinary research with real-world impacts.\u0026nbsp;The members of ForkHPV!, a network of students from Barrett, The Honors College\u2026","post_date":"\u003Ctime datetime=\u00222024-11-06T18:46:03-07:00\u0022\u003E11\/06\/2024-6:46pm\u003C\/time\u003E\n","clas_teaser":"Not every undergraduate student comes across the opportunity to do research as part of a team. Even fewer have had the chance to join a team of 86 students doing multidisciplinary research with real-world impacts. The members of ForkHPV!, a network of students from Barrett, The Honors College, are lucky enough to say they have. 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Known as serial femtosecond X-ray crystallography, the method is expanding the reach of investigations into how biological molecules interact, yielding insights into the\u2026","post_date":"\u003Ctime datetime=\u00222023-11-02T15:08:00-07:00\u0022\u003E11\/02\/2023-3:08pm\u003C\/time\u003E\n","clas_teaser":"A powerful research technique is enabling scientists to peer into the heart of the biological realm with astonishing acuity. Known as serial femtosecond X-ray crystallography, the method is expanding the reach of investigations into how biological molecules interact, yielding insights into the nature of disease and guiding the development of new, smart pharmaceuticals to combat a broad range of ailments.","teaser":"A powerful research technique is enabling scientists to peer into the heart of the biological realm with astonishing acuity.","story_images":"","hero_image":"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/block_image_16_9_lge\/public\/fromme_strucuture_cover_asunews.png?itok=-KBoAhYW","path":"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20231102-advances-xray-crystallography-unveil-natures-tiniest-secrets","hide_byline":"0","contributor-contact-information-affiliation":"Biodesign Institute at ASU","contributor-contact-information-name":"Richard Harth","contributor-contact-information-e-mail":"{{ mail }}","contributor-contact-information-phone_number":"480-727-0378","contributor-contact-information-campus":"Tempe campus","feed_image_link":"","image_url":"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/block_image_16_9_lge\/public\/fromme_strucuture_cover_asunews.png?itok=-KBoAhYW","image_alt":"Image of tiny crystal streamed into the path of the XFEL beam","image_caption":"SFX is an innovative method that uses ultra-short X-ray pulses from X-ray free electron lasers (XFELs) to analyze crystallized samples. In this setup, tiny crystals are streamed into the path of the XFEL beam, and as each crystal is hit, a diffraction pattern is produced before the crystal is destroyed. The accumulation of these patterns from numerous crystals allows for the creation of a detailed 3D structure of the biomolecule. 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The study found a high level of immunity among participants, suggesting that the university\u2019s risk mitigation protocols, such as frequent testing, contact tracing, mask wearing and social distancing, had been effective in preventing widespread transmission of the virus. The study also highlights the importance of booster shots for enhancing immunity, especially in light of the emergence of new variants of the virus.","teaser":"While the COVID-19 pandemic has largely receded, at least for now, careful evaluation of vaccination and disease trends is essential for continuing public health efforts.","story_images":"","hero_image":"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/block_image_16_9_lge\/public\/covid_serological_study.png?itok=4jqhULnO","path":"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20231003-asuled-serosurvey-boosts-covid19-preparedness","hide_byline":"0","contributor-contact-information-affiliation":"Biodesign Institute at ASU","contributor-contact-information-name":"Richard Harth","contributor-contact-information-e-mail":"{{ mail }}","contributor-contact-information-phone_number":"480-727-0378","contributor-contact-information-campus":"Tempe campus, Polytechnic campus, Downtown Phoenix campus, West Valley campus","feed_image_link":"","image_url":"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/block_image_16_9_lge\/public\/covid_serological_study.png?itok=4jqhULnO","image_alt":"Graphic illustration of gloved hands inserting a dropper into a test tube labeled \u0026quot;COVID-19 blood test.\u0026quot;","image_caption":"ASU recruited 1,064 volunteers for a study tracking antibodies to the SARS-CoV-2 virus across the Tempe, Downtown, Polytechnic and West campuses. The interdisciplinary team found that 90% of participants had acquired antibodies against the spike protein of the virus, indicating previous COVID-19 vaccination. This was considerably higher than the general Arizona population vaccination rate of 58% at the time. Graphic by Jason Drees","related_story":"","news_units":"Biodesign Virginia G. Piper Center for Personalized Diagnostics|Biodesign Institute","interests":"Bioscience|COVID-19 research and resources","audiences":"Faculty|Staff|Community|Policymakers|Students","locations":"Downtown Phoenix campus|Polytechnic campus|Tempe campus|West Valley campus","u_n_sustainable_development_goals":"SDG 03 Good Health and Well-Being","field_feed_herberger":"","field_feed_nursing":"","field_feed_knowledge_enterprise":"TRIF|Infectious diseases","content_type":"news","field_saf":"Science and technology"}}]}