Antibody Therapies: A New Frontier in Infectious Disease Treatment
The quest for effective treatments against infectious diseases has led researchers to explore the potential of antibody therapies. This move reflects broader industry trends towards personalized medicine and targeted interventions. By designing synthetic antibodies that can neutralize specific pathogens, scientists aim to reduce the severity of infections and even cure chronic conditions like HIV. One promising area of research focuses on the H5N1 avian influenza virus, also known as bird flu. Researchers like Runhong Zhou and his team at Hong Kong University have developed innovative antibody therapies that target multiple parts of the virus, increasing their efficacy. For instance, Zhou’s team has created an antibody that targets the stem region of proteins on the virus’s surface and receptors on human cells, demonstrating superior results in cell-based experiments. ...