What Happens If There Is a Pandemic? Coronavirus

As part of the London Proteomics Discussion Group webinar series: "SARS-CoV-2: What role can proteomics play?" Dr Münch presented his work on changes in response to SARS-CoV-2 infection, highlighting potential therapies.

The novel coronavirus sweeping the globe packs 27 proteins, each adopting a unique, often incredibly complex 3D structure. Each protein is part of the molecular toolkit that the virus uses to infect, replicate, and spread. Understanding the proteins' structures provides a blueprint for drug designs.

A drop in nitrogen dioxide emissions correlated to the nationwide quarantine in China in January 2020. Two months later the emissions are increasing.