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Shahin Sheik

Clincial Virologist

From Outbreak Response to Genomic Frontiers: A Virologist’s Journey Through Emerging Infectious Diseases

Emerging and re-emerging viral diseases continue to shape global health in profound ways. From localized outbreaks to worldwide pandemics, viruses constantly challenge our surveillance systems, diagnostic capacity, and scientific preparedness. Over the…

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Nipah Virus Outbreak in India (2026): What Virologists and Public Health Professionals Need to Know

In late December 2025 and early January 2026, the Indian state of West Bengal reported a cluster of Nipah virus (NiV) infections, marking one of the country’s most closely watched zoonotic outbreaks…

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Revolutionizing Virology: iPSC-Derived Organoids Illuminate Viral Mysteries

In the dynamic field of virology, the quest to understand and combat viral infections has reached new heights through the integration of induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived organoids. These three-dimensional structures, mirroring…

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Navigating the Tapestry of Human Viral Diseases: A Clinical Virologist’s Perspective on Evolution

In the intricate realm of clinical virology, the evolution of viral diseases in humans unfolds as a captivating saga, marked by twists, turns, and continual adaptation. As a clinical virologist, I am…

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