Date: May 5, 2020 Source 1: University College London Source 2: www.sciencedaily.com Summary: By analyzing virus genomes from over 7,500 people infected with COVID-19, researchers have characterized patterns of diversity of SARS-CoV-2 virus genome, offering clues to direct drugs and Read More …
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Antibody blocks infection by the SARS-CoV-2 in cells, scientists discover
Date: May 4, 2020 Source 1: Utrecht University Source 2: www.sciencedaily.com Summary: Researchers report that they have identified a fully human monoclonal antibody that prevents the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) virus from infecting cultured cells. The discovery is an initial step towards Read More …
Activation of the SARS coronavirus 2 revealed
Infection researchers identify starting points for vaccine development and therapy Date: May 4, 2020 Source 1: Deutsches Primatenzentrum (DPZ)/German Primate Center Source 2: www.sciencedaily.com Summary: A viral spike protein mediates entry of SARS-CoV-2 into host cells and harbors an unusual Read More …
Researchers identify cells likely targeted by COVID-19 virus
Study finds specific cells in the lungs, nasal passages, and intestines that are more susceptible to infection Date: April 22, 2020 Source 1: Massachusetts Institute of Technology Source 2: www.sciencedaily.com Summary: Researchers have identified specific types of cells that appear Read More …