Megavirus: A Giant in the World of Viruses and What It Means for Science

October 30, 2024

Introduction: Megavirus, a member of the nucleocytoplasmic large DNA virus (NCLDV) family, stands as one of the largest and most complex viruses known to science. Its discovery in 2010, following the identification of Mimivirus in 2003, marked a significant milestone in virology and challenged conventional perceptions of viral biology. Megavirus derives its name from its…
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