Ancient Ice Core Reveals Genomes of 1,700 Viruses
Scientists have discovered over 1,700 ancient viruses in ice cores from the Guliya Glacier on the Tibetan Plateau, with some over 40,000 years old. The study, led by Zhi-Ping Zhong from Ohio State University, revealed how these viruses adapted to climate changes and acquired genetic material from bacteria to improve their survival. The research emphasizes the importance of studying ice cores to understand viral evolution and the potential risks posed by the release of ancient viruses as glaciers melt due to global warming.
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