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03 March 2020
A new coronavirus associated with human respiratory disease in China
Emerging infectious diseases, such as severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Zika virus disease, present a major threat to public health. Despite intense research efforts, how, when and where new diseases appear are still the source of considerable uncertainty.
03 March 2020
Key transitions in the evolution of rapid and slow growing mycobacteria identified by comparative genomics
Mycobacteria have been classified into rapid and slow growing phenotypes, but the genetic factors that underlie these growth rate differences are not well understood.
03 March 2020
Coronavirus in the news
Coronavirus is a respiratory illness with symptoms ranging from a mild cough to pneumonia. Good hygiene can prevent infection.