Modeling can predict mutation " hotspots " and antibody escapers in SARS-CoV-2 spike protein

(New York University) A new study from the Centers for Genomics and Systems Biology at New York University and NYU Abu Dhabi uses computational modeling to assess the biological significance of spike protein mutations, uncovering versions of the virus that bind more tightly or resist antibodies and offering a promising public health surveillance tool.
Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - Category: Biology Source Type: news