Sequencing technique unveiling the realm of viral mutations
Wednesday, May 13, 2015 - 08:30
in Biology & Nature
Researchers at A*STAR have devised a sequencing technique that can track specific viral variants produced when viruses such as hepatitis B rapidly mutate within individual patients. The breakthrough allows an unprecedented view of evolving virus population structures, and could help in the creation of new drugs that prevent the development of strains resistant to drugs and immune responses.