Investigators at University of Melbourne Describe Findings in West Nile Fever (Experimental West Nile Virus Infection Provides Lessons for Recovery From Enteric Neuropathies).

Researchers at the University of Melbourne conducted a study on West Nile Fever, focusing on the impact of the virus on enteric neurons and glia. The study found that West Nile virus caused the death of these cells through specific pathways involving T cells. While neurogenesis played a role in recovery, gastrointestinal dysfunction persisted, highlighting the need for further investigation into the restoration of enteric neural circuits. Financial support for the research came from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF). [Extracted from the article]