Prions as Neglected Infectious Agents: A Review on Atypical Transmission Routes, Environmental Resilience, and Epidemiological Implications for Global Health

International Congress on Health Innovation (INOVATEC) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Caio C. Carvalho, Maria Creuza do Espírito Santo Barros
DOI: 10.3390/proceedings2026137002
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Abstract

Introduction: Prions are unique protein-based infectious agents responsible for the class of diseases known as Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies (TSEs), which are universally fatal [...]

Fields of Study & Subjects

Prion Diseases and Protein Misfolding Amyloidosis: Diagnosis Treatment Outcomes Zoonotic diseases and public health

Publication details

Journal / source
International Congress on Health Innovation (INOVATEC)
Pages
2–2
Publication date
14 February 2026
Language
EN