poxvirus (Meaning)

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poxvirus (n)

any of a group of viruses that can cause pox diseases in vertebrates

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The smallpox virus, a poxvirus, caused devastating global outbreaks for centuries.
Cowpox, another poxvirus, was used as the first vaccine against smallpox.
Poxviruses have a complex structure with a characteristic brick-shaped appearance.
Molluscum contagiosum is a common skin infection caused by a poxvirus.
Variola virus, the causative agent of smallpox, is the most lethal of all poxviruses.
Poxviruses encode numerous immunomodulatory proteins that help them evade the host immune system.
The development of antiviral drugs has significantly reduced the impact of poxvirus infections.
Some poxviruses have been engineered as viral vectors for gene therapy and vaccine development.
The study of poxviruses has provided valuable insights into the molecular mechanisms of viral pathogenesis.
Despite the availability of vaccines, poxviruses remain a threat to public health in certain regions of the world.

any of a group of viruses that can cause pox diseases in vertebrates

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The smallpox virus, a poxvirus, caused devastating global outbreaks for centuries.

Cowpox, another poxvirus, was used as the first vaccine against smallpox.

Poxviruses have a complex structure with a characteristic brick-shaped appearance.

Molluscum contagiosum is a common skin infection caused by a poxvirus.