A gene to protect against the Zika virus

I reported previously (see here) on Israeli work to eradicate the deadly Zika virus. Now Tel Aviv University scientists have identified the gene IFI6, which combats the Zika virus by protecting cells from infection and preventing cell death. It can lead to a new anti-viral therapy.

https://www.israel21c.org/israelis-identify-genes-that-protect-cells-from-zika-virus/

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