Research archive : Avian Flu

Nature Publishing Group's unique research archive documents the landmark scientific achievements of the avian flu research community in trying to understand and predict the biology of the H5N1 virus, and develop new and better drugs and vaccines.

Silent spread of H5N1 in vaccinated poultry

A chink in the protection of a caged flock can dramatically increase the chances of a flu outbreak.

Nature

Published:: 16 August 2006

Keywords:: Animal Euthanasia; Avian Flu Vaccine; Chickens; Disease Outbreaks; Disease Transmission; Theoretical Models

Avian Flu: Multiple introductions of H5N1 in Nigeria

Phylogenetic analysis reveals that this deadly virus first arrived in Africa from different sources.

Nature

Published:: 05 July 2006

Keywords:: Chickens; Disease Outbreaks; Ducks; Epidemiology; H5n1 Virus; Gene Sequence

Strategies for mitigating an influenza pandemic

Nature

Published:: 26 April 2006

Keywords:: Antivirals; Avian Flu Vaccine; Chickens; Epidemic; Influenza; Pandemic

Is China prepared for microbial threats? FREE

There is no bigger acute microbial threat to China, and to the rest of the world, than an influenza pandemic, and no better time to prepare for this eventuality than now. David Ho asks what more China could be doing.

Nature

Published:: 25 May 2005

Keywords:: Chickens; China; Ducks; Epidemiology; H5n1 Virus; Molecular Evolution

Controlling avian flu at the source FREE

Global agricultural authorities should harmonize with the public-health sector to ensure the exchange of flu virus samples, and establish a single international standard for vaccines, say Robert Webster and Diane Hulse.