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The Viral Universe Inside Us

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CHAPTER

Exploring Viral Dark Matter

This chapter focuses on the research into viral dark matter, emphasizing the unique viral ecosystems found in extreme environments like Boiling Springs Lake. It discusses the innovative methods used to isolate and analyze viral particles while revealing surprising connections between DNA and RNA viruses. The chapter culminates in the discovery of cruciviruses, challenging existing paradigms of viral evolution and their potential roles in various biological systems.

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