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A recent study conducted at Texas Tech University explored the antiviral interactions between Elizabethkingia anophelis and the Zika virus. The researchers aimed to understand the mechanisms behind the antiviral activity of E. anophelis, which could potentially lead to the development of tools to prevent arboviral outbreaks. Through a multi-omics analysis, the study found that the presence of E. anophelis led to a decrease in levels of arginine and phenylalanine, which are essential for viral replication and progression of infection. These findings provide insights into the molecular basis of E. anophelis' antiviral phenotype and lay the foundation for further mechanistic studies. [Extracted from the article] |