ACE2, a protein on the surface of many cell types, acts as the receptor for the SARS-CoV-2 virus and allows it to infect cells. "Our findings suggest that individuals with reduced PTPN2 activity ...

This prospective case-control study included 85 patients with lung involvement related to the COVID-19 virus and a group of ...

The same mechanisms involved in COVID-related cardiovascular events are responsible for COVID-related myocarditis.

Chitosan, a naturally occurring polysaccharide derived from chitin, has demonstrated significant potential as an antiviral ...

Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection is associated with more rapid progression of coronary ...

The spike protein of the coronavirus, or SARS-CoV-2, binds to ACE2, a receptor on the host cells, which allows the virus to enter the cells and infect it. Binding is the first step for infection, and ...

The SARS-CoV-2 spike (S) protein mediates its attachment and entry into host cells by binding to the angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE2) receptor. The expression of ACE2, which is present at high ...

Image Credit: ACROBiosystems > Detection of inhibiting the ability of neutralizing antibodies in blocking SARS-CoV-2 RBD/human ACE2 interaction Anti-SARS-CoV-2 (B.1.1.7) Neutralizing Antibody ...