Medicine and Health

SARS-CoV-2 Omicron is an immune escape variant with an altered cell entry pathway

B. J. Willett, J. Grove, et al.

This groundbreaking research showcases how the Omicron variants BA.1 and BA.2 of SARS-CoV-2 are able to evade neutralization from vaccines, with significant implications for public health. Conducted by a team of experts, this study reveals the underlying mechanisms of these variants' pathogenicity, highlighting a crucial evolution in our fight against COVID-19.

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