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Resistance to two heterologous neurotropic oncolytic viruses, Semliki Forest virus and vaccinia virus, in experimental glioma.

Journal:
Journal of virology
Year:
2013
Authors:
Vähä-Koskela, Markus J V et al.
Affiliation:
Ottawa Health Research Institute · Canada

Abstract

Attenuated Semliki Forest virus (SFV) may be suitable for targeting malignant glioma due to its natural neurotropism, but its replication in brain tumor cells may be restricted by innate antiviral defenses. We attempted to facilitate SFV replication in glioma cells by combining it with vaccinia virus, which is capable of antagonizing such defenses. Surprisingly, we found parenchymal mouse brain tumors to be refractory to both viruses. Also, vaccinia virus appears to be sensitive to SFV-induced antiviral interference.

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Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23221568/