Do we need to fear different variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus? One of the most basic concepts students of Virology learn is that virus mutation is an evolutionary process which affects a virus’ chances of survival. Lethal viruses render their hosts too unwell for human contact, limiting the virus’ ability for ongoing transmission. Milder viruses, … More Vanquishing Variants
Copy-paste from The New Statesman. The hyper-polarisation of discussions about how to handle the coronavirus pandemic risks stifling nuance and undermining scientific inquiry. By Laurie Clarke. On one side of the Covid-19 debate are the anti-maskers, self-styled freedom fighters versed in the ideals of free market libertarianism and the defence of personal liberties. On the other, are … More Why scientists fear the “toxic” Covid-19 debate
Beda Stadler, Biologist, Professor Emeritus and former Director of the Institute for Immunology at Bern University in Switzerland, talks here on “the tragic failure of science and the immunology behind Covid-19“. He discusses the science of Covid-19 in a way that seems very easy to understand. He also gives an excellent explanation of the dynamics … More Professor of Immunology Nails It
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