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Viral genetics, replication and evolution
Uganda Cancer Institute
PPTX202059 pages8.2 MB
The presentation introduces virus definitions, classification, and key structural features, emphasizing the obligate intracellular nature of viruses. It details viral genomes, distinguishing between DNA and RNA viruses, and explains sense orientation and replication strategies. The lecture explores viral evolution, phylogenetic reconstruction, and the impact of mutation rates, particularly in RNA viruses. It also includes specific examples such as coronavirus lifecycle and SARS-CoV epidemiology. Throughout, visual aids illustrate phylogenetic trees and replication processes.
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