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Genetics
Is COVID-19 more dangerous because SARS-CoV-2 reduces specific microRNAs?
Researchers suggest that the new coronavirus acts as a microRNA 'sponge' to help the virus replicate faster and block the host's immune defense.


Immune System / Vaccines
Even mild COVID-19 may produce long lasting immunity
New research finds changes in immune T-cell responses to the new coronavirus that last for months, even after mild cases of COVID-19.