Current Affairs - National - Discussion

Researchers at IIT Guwahati are studying the p30 protein of the African Swine Fever Virus (ASFV), a highly contagious virus affecting pigs and causing significant economic losses for pig farms. The p30 protein plays a crucial role in helping the virus evade the host’s immune system. Understanding this protein is essential for developing effective measures to combat ASFV, which is transmitted through tick bites, direct contact, and contaminated food and is resistant to standard cooking methods. This research highlights IIT Guwahati's involvement in critical agricultural and veterinary science studies.