by Oceanit | Feb 28, 2025 | Education, Future, International News
Could a New Coronavirus Strain Cross Over from Bats Soon? Coronaviruses have long been a source of emerging infectious diseases, and bats serve as a primary reservoir for these viruses. The question isn’t if another coronavirus spillover event will occur, but when....
by Oceanit | Feb 24, 2025 | Education, General, History
How the COVID-19 Coronavirus Broke Accepted Rules of Viral Evolution In the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, scientists reassured the public that SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, mutated at a relatively slow pace. This assumption led to the belief...
by Oceanit | Feb 24, 2025 | Education, Future, International News
Discovery of HKU5-CoV-2, a Novel Coronavirus in China In February 2025, researchers at the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV) identified a novel bat-derived coronavirus, designated HKU5-CoV-2. This discovery has reignited global discussions about zoonotic diseases and...
by Oceanit | Feb 6, 2025 | Education, Future
Future Pandemic Risks: Coronaviruses & Avian Flu Spillover The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the devastating potential of zoonotic diseases—pathogens that jump from animals to humans. With ongoing seasonal surges, Rapid Home Tests are a vital tool for staying...
