The Zika virus is a mosquito-borne virus that was first identified in the Zika Forest of Uganda in 1947. The virus primarily spreads through the bite of infected Aedes mosquitoes and can also be transmitted through sexual contact, blood transfusions, and from mother to fetus during pregnancy. Infections with the Zika virus are typically mild, with symptoms including fever, rash, joint pain, and conjunctivitis. However, the virus has been linked to more severe complications such as microcephaly in infants born to mothers infected during pregnancy, as well as Guillain-Barré syndrome in adults. Research on the Zika virus has focused on understanding its transmission, symptoms, and potential long-term health effects. Efforts have also been made to develop vaccines and treatments to prevent and manage Zika virus infections. Additionally, researchers are studying the role of climate change and urbanization in the spread of the virus, as well as ways to control mosquito populations to reduce transmission.