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Side-by-Side Comparisons of Important SARS-CoV-2 Variants

Here’s our brief guide to the most noteworthy mutations in the novel coronavirus.

Side-by-Side Comparisons of Important SARS-CoV-2 Variants

Here’s our brief guide to the most noteworthy mutations in the novel coronavirus.

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A Guide to Emerging SARS-CoV-2 Variants

Katarina Zimmer | Jan 26, 2021 | 10 min read

Scientists across the world are closely tracking the spread of mutations in the coronavirus and investigating whether they could render current vaccines less effective.