First Kiss From 5,000 Years Ago May Have Led to Modern Herpes Simplex Virus Strain That Causes Cold Sores

Medicine & Technology Jul 29, 2022

Researchers found that the modern strain of the herpes simplex virus can be traced back to 5,000 years ago when people start to kiss. Read the article to know more details.

Rose Thorn-Inspired Nanoengineered Antiviral Dressing Material Can Treat Herpes Simplex

Oct 13, 2021

Scientists have developed an antiviral dressing material for herpes simplex by trapping viruses, that can be deployed as antiviral garments or face coverings.

Origins of the Herpes Simplex Virus is More Complex Than Previously Believed

Jan 16, 2020

In a new study done by a team of Italian researchers, it was discovered that the origins of the HSV-1 and HSV-2 viruses are more complex and do not prove that it came along with modern humans as they moved out of Africa.