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Asit Pattnaik

An illustration showing the molecular structure of palmitoleate, with Zika virus virions in the background.

Nutrient compound shows promise for halting mother-to-fetus Zika transmission

April 20, 2021

Science & Technology

Cutline: Nebraska’s Asit Pattnaik (pictured) and UNMC’s Tom Petro are developing a vaccine framework that exploits the properties of a naturally occurring nanoparticle in an effort to produce a stronger, longer-lasting immune response than other COVID-19 vaccine candidates. They’re also taking a closer look at how SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, inhibits the immune system.

Researchers aim to use protein to ramp up COVID-19 antigens’ impact

November 5, 2020

Science & Technology

Nebraska discovery offers clues to why Zika became more dangerous

October 4, 2017

Science & Technology

Society & Culture

A transmission electron micrograph of Zika virus. Virus particles are 40 nm in diameter with an outer envelope and an inner dense core.

Virologists consider response to Zika

January 28, 2016

Science & Technology

Brad Roth of NUtech Ventures addresses attendees of a recent awards luncheon.

NUtech Ventures honors UNL faculty

October 8, 2015

Achievements | Honors, awards, publications for March 30-April 3

April 3, 2015