This Week in Virology

TWiV 1187: The tau of herpesvirus

Jan 26, 2025

This discussion dives into a groundbreaking blood test for detecting head and neck cancer linked to HPV DNA. Japanese regulators have approved tecovirimat for mpox, revealing significant advancements in treatment. The hosts explore the intriguing connection between herpes viruses and Alzheimer's disease, particularly how anti-herpetic tau may protect neurons. They also dissect the interplay between viral infections and tau phosphorylation, highlighting its role in neurodegeneration. Additionally, they touch on citizen science initiatives to explore extremophiles hidden in our homes!

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Chilly Conversations and Community Support

Information and Anticipation for ASV 2025 in Montreal

Innovations in Cancer Detection and Treatment

06:10 • 10min

Exploring the Impact of Population Immunity on Respiratory Pathogens

Viral Dynamics and Host Interactions

17:50 • 12min

Unraveling Viral Mechanisms

29:59 • 14min

Herpes Virus and Alzheimer's Connection

44:25 • 15min

Tau Phosphorylation and Viral Interactions in Alzheimer's Disease

59:17 • 11min

C-Gas Pathway and Alzheimer's Disease

01:10:38 • 12min

Ethics and Evolution in Science

01:22:58 • 13min

The Power of Relationships

01:36:11 • 5min

A Cute Addition for Lab Life: The Beaker Hair Clip

01:41:19 • 1min

Art, Anecdotes, and Entomology

01:42:49 • 9min

Exploring Household Extremophiles: A Citizen Science Initiative

01:51:51 • 2min

Laboratory Oddities and Contaminations

01:54:01 • 2min