virus
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A modified herpes virus is injected into tumors, which causes cancer cells to burst and release flares that activate and train the immune system to attack cancer cells throughout the body.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026
“We need to be looking for the next pandemic virus on fur farms, in hunting communities, and even at border checkpoints where wildlife are imported,” Carlson said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
It can be caused by a number of viruses - including HSV-1, also known as the cold sore virus.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
These antibodies recognize parts of the virus that remain consistent even as it mutates, making them especially valuable for vaccine research.
From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026
They had never before encountered the measles virus.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
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Computer Science and Technology - Introductory
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Computer Science and Technology - Middle School
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Computer Science and Technology - High School
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