TWiV 1217: Alternative vax and pandemic origins
This Week in Virology
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Tracing the Origins of SARS Viruses
This chapter explores the geographic origins and evolutionary lineage of bat coronaviruses that led to the emergence of SARS-CoV and SARS-CoV-2. By analyzing viral sequence data and examining recombination patterns, the research challenges lab leak theories and underscores the role of wildlife trade in zoonotic spillover events. The chapter emphasizes the importance of ongoing studies in understanding bat viruses and their connections to human outbreaks.
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