Abstract:Viral infections are among the greatest causes of human morbidity, and it is estimated that in developed countries more than 60% of all the episodes of human illness result from viral infections. High virus infection rates also occur among pets, livestock, and plants. The high morbidity and the resulting economic loss caused by these infections have generated tremendous efforts in recent years to develop antiviral agents. Since viruses propagate only within living cells, the development of antiviral drugs whic… Show more
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