One Protein Makes Ebola Deadly. Scientists Can Turn it Off

A sign in the Democratic Republic of the Congowarns people that Ebola is in the area. (Credit: Sergey Uryadnikov/Shutterstock)The Ebola virus continues to ravage populations across Africa. But earlier this week, researchers reported that they've figured out what makes Ebola just so virulent. One particular protein is giving Ebola its punch, and researchers know how to switch it off. The find could lead to new vaccines and may give a huge boost to Ebola research safety.Ebola's Sneak At