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1/Big question.
Are you aware of any other virus that infects both eukaryotes and prokaryotes?
Because if SARS-CoV-2 does, it’s not just unusual—it’s unprecedented.
"Not exceptional"?
#Virology #Microbiology #COVID19 #SARSCoV2
@AmyMaxmen @fitterhappierAJ
@amymaxmen @fitterhappierAJ 2/We already know SARS-CoV-2 infects a broad range of eukaryotic cells—across species and tissues.
But if it can also infect bacteria—prokaryotes—that means it crosses domains.
That’s not just rare. That’s paradigm-breaking.
#Virome #Microbiome #COVIDIsNotOver
Sep 18, 2023 • 4 tweets • 2 min read
The highly requested English translation of the Austrian physicians letter, adapted for international audiences: