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Scientists find a new way coronaviruses can get into human cells

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An international team of researchers has identified an East African bat coronavirus that can enter human cells.

The study, led by researchers at the Department of Pathology, University of Cambridge and The Pirbright Institute, has found that the virus CcCoV-KY43 can bind to a receptor cell found in human lungs to trigger infection.

There is no evidence yet that the virus has jumped to human populations.

“Viral spike proteins are keys that fit into locks (host receptors) to open the door and enter a cell. So far, we have identified one new coronavirus receptor. The challenge now is to find the others,” said Professor Stephen Graham from Cambridge's Department of Pathology and joint senior author of the paper.

This work allows scientists to get ahead of the game. By understanding the risks we may face, we can be better prepared for future pandemics.

Explore more about this study: https://bit.ly/4twzr75

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