Polyomaviridae: Uncovering the Hidden Viral Family in Humans and Animals
Introduction: Polyomaviridae is a family of small, non-enveloped viruses characterized by their double-stranded DNA genomes. Discovered in the mid-20th century, these viruses are known to infect a variety of vertebrates, including humans, birds, and mammals. The polyomaviruses are of significant medical and scientific interest due to their ability to cause persistent infections and, in some…
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