Betacoronavirus

Overview

A Betacoronavirus is a type of virus that falls under the Coronaviridae family. This category of coronavirus includes several species that are known to cause illness in humans and animals. The Betacoronavirus family includes the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus (SARS-CoV), Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV), and the current ongoing pandemic coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2. The SARS-CoV-2 is the virus responsible for the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The virus originated in Wuhan, China, in December 2019 and has since spread worldwide, causing a global pandemic. It is highly contagious, spreads through respiratory droplets, and leads to respiratory symptoms like cough, fever, and shortness of breath. In severe cases, it can result in pneumonia and acute respiratory distress syndrome, which can be fatal. Research on Betacoronaviruses has therefore become crucial for public health, especially since they pose a significant threat to human health. Scientists are studying the structure, genome, and entry mechanisms of the virus to develop potential treatments and vaccines against COVID-19. Understanding the molecular biology and characteristics of Betacoronaviruses is essential in discovering new ways to prevent and control these dangerous pathogens. As the world deals with the COVID-19 pandemic, scientists, healthcare workers, and policymakers continue to collaborate to develop effective strategies to control the spread of the virus. Studying and understanding the Betacoronavirus family will play a significant role in tackling this pandemic and any future outbreaks.

Research published in this journal

4 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 4 articles above have been cited 9 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

• Comparative analysis of ENSO influence in classical and hybrid quantum epidemiological models for COVID-19 contagion analysis in Venezuela
  2025 · Journal of Clinical Practice and Medical Research
• An innovative hybrid approach using quantum computing and genomic data analysis for predictive Covid-19 surveillance
  2025 · Journal of Clinical Practice and Medical Research
• A General Approach to Modeling Covid-19
  2023 · Research Square (Research Square)
• A General Approach to Modeling Covid-19
  2023 · Journal of Model Based Research
• A General Approach to Modeling Covid-19
  R. Isea · 2023 · Journal of Model Based Research
• The Composition System of Pop Music Movement Based on Finite Element Differential Equations
  2023 · Applied Mathematics and Nonlinear Sciences
• The Composition System of Pop Music Movement Based on Finite Element Differential Equations
  2022 · Applied Mathematics and Nonlinear Sciences
• KENDALA PELAKSANAAN DAN UPAYA PENANGANAN WORK FROM HOME /WFH DI BAPPEDA KABUPATEN GUNUNGKIDUL
  2020 · Jurnal Ilmu Administrasi Media Pengembangan Ilmu dan Praktek Administrasi

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