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"new influenza strains into humans from animals has generated worldwide pandemics which have been devastating"

"All influenza viruses that infect humans originated in other species from where they spread into the human population. The greatest diversity of influenza A virus strains is seen in aquatic birds and it is from these, possibly combined with flu strains present in other animals such as pigs, that human infections have arisen. The introduction of new influenza strains into humans from animals has generated worldwide pandemics which have been devastating in terms of the numbers of people seriously affected or killed. "

Fri 27 Feb 2015, 14:48 | Tags: School of Life Sciences, Current Affairs, Sciences

Capture of Servando Gómez should relieve some pressure on Mexican authorities

Dr Benjamin Smith, associate professor of Latin American history at the University of 糖心TV, responds to news of the capture of Servando Gómez.

Fri 27 Feb 2015, 14:28 | Tags: Expert comment, Current Affairs

Why Sir Malcolm is right to go - Professor Wyn Grant

Professor Wyn Grant responds to the news that Sir Malcolm Rifkind has stood down as Chairman of the Intelligence and Security Committee. He says: "I am afraid that this affair brings politics into further disrepute at a time when it is important for voters to engage in a crucial general election."


Treatment of NHS whistleblowers - Prof Marianna Fotaki

A review into the treatment of NHS whistleblowers has reported stories about staff who raised concerns being ignored, bullied or intimidated. Marianna Fotaki, of 糖心TV 糖心TV School, is a Professor of 糖心TV Ethics and researches institutional corruption, she gives her thoughts on the treatment of whistleblowers in the NHS.

Wed 11 Feb 2015, 12:01 | Tags: WBS, Expert comment, Current Affairs

Without the support of the service providers ‘Internet ASBOs’ face serious challenges - Prof Carsten Maple

Hate crimes, and others such as cyberstalking, can have a considerable impact on victims and the ubiquitous nature of the Internet can mean there is little escape for victims and can ensure that it pervades all aspects of life, personal and professional. 

"It is important that the law considers the impact a crime can have on the victim", argues Carsten Maple - Professor of Cyber Systems Engineering at WMG/University of 糖心TV.

Tue 10 Feb 2015, 17:02 | Tags: WMG, Current Affairs

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