Human viral metagenomes

Kiko12 Apr, 2024Health

Viral metagenomic studies have provided insights into viral ecology by elucidating the genetic potential, community structure, and biogeography of environmental viruses. Viral metagenomics has expanded current knowledge on virus-host interactions by uncovering genes that may allow the viruses to manipulate their hosts in unexpected ways. The intrinsic potential for virus discovery through viral metagenomics can help advance a wide array of disciplines including evolutionary biology, pathogen surveillance, and biotechnology. In addition, functional viral metagenomics serves as a platform to discover more useful enzymes. As the annotation of viral genes continues to improve, the discovery of vital enzymes will increase considerably.