Pandemic in Fast Forward
Researchers at the Weizmann Institute have developed an in vitro method to simulate viral evolution, successfully recreating the mutation path of the COVID-19 Omicron variant. This breakthrough suggests that scientists may soon be able to predict how viruses evolve and identify potential future pandemic threats before they emerge.
Why it matters
This predictive capability could revolutionize pandemic preparedness by allowing scientists to develop vaccines and countermeasures against viral strains before they become widespread.
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