Uncovering the Mysteries of Vampire Viruses: How They Prey and Replicate Themselves
In a groundbreaking new discovery, scientists have found a type of virus that behaves like a vampire, preying on other viruses to replicate itself. This new type of virus, known as a “vampiric” virus, has the ability to hijack the replication machinery of its host, using it to make copies of itself. This means that these vampiric viruses can out-compete other viruses and spread rapidly, even in environments where other viruses would die off. Scientists believe this discovery could lead to new treatments for a variety of diseases, including HIV and other viral infections.
source: Phys.org