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Type I Interferon Signaling Is a Common Factor Driving Streptococcus pneumoniae and Influenza A Virus Shedding and Transmission

Year: 2021

Type: article

Abstract: Respiratory tract infections are a leading cause of childhood mortality and, globally, Streptococcus pneumoniae is the leading cause of mortality due to pneumonia. Transmission of S. pneumoniae primarily occurs through direct contact with respiratory secretions, although the host and bacterial factors underlying transmission are poorly understood.

Source: mBio

DOI: 10.1128/mbio.03589-20

Authors: Tonia Zangari, Mila B. Ortigoza, Kristen L. Lokken-Toyli, Jeffrey N. Weiser

Institution: New York University

Language: English

Topic: interferon and immune responses

Subfield: Immunology

Field: Immunology and Microbiology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,900