Right now, the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is continuing its rapid spread worldwide. COVID-19 has reached more than 191 countries, infected hundreds of thousands of people and, most sadly, claimed many lives. Part of the reason why this outbreak has been so difficult to contain is because coronaviruses emerge swiftly and can spread in unpredictable ways, which makes it hard for authorities to predict and respond. But one of the concerning situations as to why these coronavirus outbreaks are so devastating is that there is no preventative vaccine or therapy.
Drs. Hotez and Bottazzi and their team have identified key similarities in the genetic structures of SARS and COVID-19. The potential SARS vaccine candidate might be a crucial step forward in resolving the current coronavirus health emergency. But Baylor needs your help to find out.
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