Nanodecoys lure and trap Zika virus

A picture of the Aedes albopictus Mosquito

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Gelatin nanoparticles camouflaged by mosquito membrane mop up virus and stop it crossing placenta

Chinese researchers have developed therapeutic nanoparticles that attract and trap the Zika virus in infected mice. The approach could potentially provide a much needed therapy for the virus in humans.