How do viruses get into cells? Their infection tactics determine whether they can jump species or set off a pandemic
Viruses can get into cells in several ways. Figuring out how to stop them from entering in the first place is a key to developing better vaccines and stopping future pandemics.
Peter Kasson, Professor of Molecular Physiology and Biomedical Engineering, University of Virginia •
conversation
Nov. 21, 2023 • ~6 min
Nov. 21, 2023 • ~6 min
96.4% of Americans had COVID-19 antibodies in their blood by fall 2022
There’s pretty much no one left in the US who hasn’t been exposed to the coronavirus, whether by vaccination, infection or both.
Derek Cummings, Professor of Biology, the Emerging Pathogens Institute, University of Florida •
conversation
June 15, 2023 • ~5 min
June 15, 2023 • ~5 min
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