Coronaviruses are a large family of enveloped, single-stranded RNA viruses named for the crown-like spikes on their surface, and they infect humans and a wide range of animals. In people they cause illnesses ranging from mild upper respiratory infections similar to the common cold to severe respiratory diseases, inc…
Coronaviruses are a large family of enveloped, single-stranded RNA viruses named for the crown-like spikes on their surface, and they infect humans and a wide range of animals. In people they cause illnesses ranging from mild upper respiratory infections similar to the common cold to severe respiratory diseases, including Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS), severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), and coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), which is caused by SARS-CoV-2. Their surface spike glycoprotein mediates entry into host cells and is a primary target for immunity, vaccines, and therapeutics, while their RNA genomes are prone to mutation, contributing to viral evolution and the emergence of new variants. Research in this journal focuses heavily on SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19, including the molecular evolution and characterization of the virus through spike-gene sequence analysis, narrative reviews of COVID-19, and the role of animals as potential sources or victims of the virus. Further studies examine cellular pathogenesis and therapy, immune modulation with interferon-gamma, neutralizing antibodies and convalescent plasma, dietary and supplement-based approaches, the clinical effects of treatments such as hydroxychloroquine, and non-pharmaceutical measures including masking and social distancing. Across this work, understanding viral evolution, transmission, immunity, and treatment remains central to the scientific response to coronavirus outbreaks.
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