Respiratory tract infections (RTIs) encompass a broad range of infections affecting the respiratory system, including the upper and lower respiratory tracts. These infections are commonly caused by viruses, bacteria, or other pathogens and can manifest as colds, flu, bronchitis, pneumonia, or more severe respiratory illnesses. RTIs typically spread through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Common symptoms include cough, congestion, sore throat, runny nose, and difficulty breathing. Viral RTIs, such as influenza and the common cold, are often self-limiting and can be managed with supportive care. Bacterial RTIs, like pneumonia, may require antibiotic treatment. Preventive measures for RTIs include vaccination, good hygiene practices like handwashing, avoiding close contact with sick individuals, and promoting overall respiratory health. RTIs pose a significant global health burden, contributing to morbidity and mortality, particularly in vulnerable populations. Ongoing research focuses on understanding the pathogens involved, developing effective treatments, and improving preventive strategies to reduce the impact of respiratory tract infections worldwide.
Title : Prophylactic and molecular approaches for mitigating human influenza A viruses: i. Evaluating influenza vaccine effectiveness in the older population ii. Down-regulation of influenza virus genes with novel sirna-chimeric-ribozyme constructs
Madhu Khanna, University of Delhi, India
Title : Homology analysis of MPXV and VACV peptides underscores the need to consider both MPXV clades for vaccine development
Lara Isis Teodoro, Mayo Clinic, United States
Title : Development of a novel multi-component vaccine to address the burden of otitis media in high-risk populations
Ayesha Zahid, Griffith University, Australia
Title : High seroprevalence of RSV antibodies in adults indicates potential undetected transmission and requires further public health assessment
Lara Isis Teodoro, Mayo Clinic, United States
Title : The role of immunity in the pathogenesis of SARS-COV-2 and in the protection generated by COVID-19 in different age groups
Ahmed Abdulazeez, BHRUT Trust, United Kingdom
Title : New biomarkers in leishmania major vaccine development
Negar Seyed, Pasteur Institute of Iran, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Title : Tubercular disease in children: Optimizing treatment strategies through disease insights
Elena Chiappini, University of Florence, Italy
Title : Approaches towards developing and establishing a biomanufacturing research & development, and manufacturing industry in Zimbabwe: A review of the need, potential funding sources, policy development and implementation
Elliot Nyagumbo, Midlands State University, Zimbabwe
Title : Racial disparities in pediatric pneumonia in Brazil: The role of structural racism forging inequalities in acess to vaccines
Livia Daflon Silva, Federal University of State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Title : Capillary electrophoresis for adjuvanted multivalent recombinant vaccine purity determination
Ashley Prout, Merck, United States