The key to fighting viruses: Understanding their structure is vital to unlock a healthy future for humanity
One of the first things the general of any army does before a battle is scout the terrain. Without seeing and understanding the battlefield, the issues of tactics, strategy and supply are moot. IIt’s the same when doctors, researchers and epidemiologists fight any virus: The physical structure of its molecules dictate how a virus infects people and moves through their bodies as well as how to formulate effective vaccines and treatments.