Description
This book provides a detailed overview of the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, the causative agent of COVID-19, which emerged in Wuhan, China in late 2019. It explores the virus's origins, transmission, and its potential zoonotic nature, with insights into its structure and genetic makeup. The book also examines the urgent global response to identify antiviral drugs and potential treatments, with a focus on therapeutic targets such as the spike protein and viral RNA polymerase. Aimed at researchers, healthcare professionals, and students, this resource offers essential information on the biology, spread, and therapeutic strategies for combating SARS-CoV-2.