JNCASR Scientists Identify New Detection Method and DNA Sequences for Monkeypox Virus (MPV) with Therapeutic Implications

Nov 22, 2024, 09:51 AM

Scientists from the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) have discovered a new method for detecting the Monkeypox virus (MPV). This research aims to enhance diagnostic tools for the infection and explore therapeutic implications. The findings, announced by India's Ministry of Science and Technology, highlight the identification of specific DNA sequences within the MPV genome, which could lead to significant advancements in understanding the virus's virology.