China, Pandemic and Coronavirus

New bat coronavirus discovered in China sparks pandemic concerns
The discovery of a new bat coronavirus in China has sparked concerns of another pandemic. The virus, HKU5-CoV-2, is similar to to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
New coronavirus 'with pandemic potential' discovered in China
A newly identified coronavirus in China might emerge and have the potential to spread through humans. Similar to the early days of Covid, researchers at the Wuhan Institute of Virology discovered a new strain within bats.
New Coronavirus That Could Cause Another Pandemic Discovered In China
The virus was identified by a team of researchers led by Shi Zhengli, a virologist known for her work on coronaviruses at a lab in Wuhan.
CDC Speaks Out as New Coronavirus in China Sparks Concerns
HKU5-CoV-2 has sparked concerns because it can spread to humans in a similar way to the one that caused the COVID-19 pandemic.
Why a New Bat Coronavirus in China Is Raising Concern
Scientists at China’s Wuhan Institute of Virology recently reported the discovery of another bat-borne coronavirus, HKU5-CoV-2, which is capable of entering cells using human ACE2 — the same receptor that played a critical role in the devastating spread of Covid-19.
New bat coronavirus posing animal-to-human risk found in China
A Chinese team discovered a new bat coronavirus that poses a risk of animal-to-human transmission as it uses the same human receptor as the Covid-19 virus, a Hong Kong daily reported, citing the latest study.
Scientists Discover New Bat Coronavirus in China That Can Infect Human Cells
Chinese scientists have discovered a new bat coronavirus, HKU5-CoV-2, that has the ability to infect human cells, raising concerns about its potential risks. A research team led by virologist Shi […] The post Scientists Discover New Bat Coronavirus in China That Can Infect Human Cells appeared first on Baller Alert.
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Next-generation sequencing: aiding the fight against respiratory disease
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Reining in the pandemic with smart city platforms
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Competition winner hopes to inspire others to follow in his footsteps
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China's Shenzhen lays down marker for tech investment with US$22 billion pledge
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Parents and teachers fear back-to-school culture shock for mainland students resuming face-to-face classes in Hong Kong after 3 years
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