Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have published a new catalog identifying the most dangerous human-infecting RNA viruses based on historical pandemic data. The study distinguishes between zoonotic viruses that rarely spread between humans and those with high pandemic potential, aiming to improve early warning systems for future outbreaks.
Background
The research addresses the challenge of predicting which newly discovered or known viruses might cause large-scale pandemics, similar to HIV or SARS-CoV-2, by analyzing transmission capabilities and historical impact.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Jul 7, 2026 at 09:15 PM
- Score
- 7.0 / 10