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Discovery of a New Virus from the Fungus Cordyceps Javanica
Jim Crocker
13th July, 2024
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Key Findings
- Researchers at Qingdao Agricultural University discovered a new virus, CjNRSV1, in the fungus Cordyceps javanica, which infects insects
- CjNRSV1 has a unique genome with three RNA segments, showing similarities to other viruses in the genus Laulavirus
- This discovery enhances our understanding of mycoviruses and their potential use in biocontrol strategies for pest management
References
Main Study
1) Identification of a novel member of the genus Laulavirus (family Phenuiviridae) from the entomopathogenic ascomycete fungus Cordyceps javanica.
Published 12th July, 2024
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00705-024-06069-5
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