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This scanning electron microscope image shows SARS-CoV-2 (yellow)—also known as 2019-nCoV, the virus that causes COVID-19—isolated from a patient in the U.S., emerging from the surface of cells (pink) cultured in the lab.

Pirbright begins testing new coronavirus vaccines on animals to help combat COVID-19

The Pirbright Institute is joining in the global battle to help control COVID-19 by using its unique expertise and facilities to support the development of vaccines to protect against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the cause of the current pandemic. Working in…

Nipah virus particle

Pirbright shows new Nipah vaccines create ‘impressive’ immune response

Scientists at The Pirbright Institute have shown that two new potential vaccines against Nipah virus developed by the University of Parma generate a strong immune response in pigs. These promising results suggest the vaccines could protect pigs against Nipah virus infection, which can cause…

Anna Ludi and Zahra

Even small acts can help empower women

For International Women’s Day, Dr Anna Ludi reflects on how small acts to support women in science can empower them to take their careers to the next level. According to the International Women’s Day committee this is a day that “marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality”. Sitting…