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Fits and starts: SARS-CoV-2’s origin

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This chapter delves into the enigmatic beginnings of SARS-CoV-2, particularly the wild type variant, while examining theories about its animal-to-human transmission and potential lab origins in Wuhan. It underscores the critical need to understand these origins to enhance future pandemic readiness.

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