Unravelling the Mystery of the Coronavirus Receptor: What We Know So Far
Today, scientists have discovered a receptor on human cells that binds with the novel coronavirus. This receptor, called ACE2, is found in the lungs, intestines, and kidneys of humans and is believed to be the primary way that the virus enters our cells. This discovery is a major breakthrough in our quest to understand the virus and develop treatments and vaccines to combat the disease. Scientists are now working to understand how ACE2 works and how we can block the virus from binding with it in order to protect ourselves. This new understanding of the virus could lead to the development of treatments and vaccines to protect us from the virus.
source: Phys.org