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Perspectives and Positions

The Global Virus Network represents the interests of a worldwide network of virologists seeking to end viral threats through collaborative science. As part of our mission, we publish science-driven information, including perspectives and position statements.

Position Statements

Battling Pandemic Viruses Like Avian Influenza

Authors: Maggie L. Bartlett, PhD, and Sten Vermund, MD, PhD...

‘Triple-demic’ of respiratory illnesses launches vaccination season. Have you gotten yours?

The letter below, written by GVN's president, Dr. Sten Vermund,...

Universal Access to New Vaccines in 2023: A Necessity for Public Health

A Joint Statement by the World Health Network and Global...

Perspectives

COVID / SARS-CoV-2

Impact of Interferon on Disease Severity of Covid-19

Impact of Interferon on Disease Severity of Covid-19 March 28,...

Is Bradykinin Involved in Covid-19 Pathogenesis?

Is Bradykinin Involved in Covid-19 Pathogenesis? March 18, 2022 Inflammation ...
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COVID-19 and the Gut Microbiome

February 11, 2022 Effects of Microbiomes The importance of the...

Cell-Mediated and Innate Immunity Against SARS-CoV-2: What is Known

Cell-Mediated and Innate Immunity Against SARS-CoV-2: What is Known January...

Omicron: Transmissibility, Immune Evasion, and Pathogenicity

Omicron: Transmissibility, Immune Evasion, and Pathogenicity January 13, 2022 We...
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Long COVID: The Impact of Post-Acute Sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC)

November 12, 2021 There is mounting evidence of the importance...

Perspectives

Beyond the COVID-19 Pandemic

Dengue virus: Urgency in our warming world

  Why is this important? In the summer of 2023,...

Multiple Sclerosis: How is it Associated with Epstein-Barr Virus?

In the past, Multiple Sclerosis (MS) has been associated with...

Exploring the Mystery of Acute Pediatric Non-A-E Hepatitis

Recent outbreaks of non-A, -B, -C, -D, or -E hepatitis...