The new SARS-CoV-2 variant of concern “Omicron” was recently spotted in South Africa and
spread quickly around the world due to its enhanced transmissibility. The variant became …

The ongoing evolution of SARS-CoV-2 has resulted in the emergence of Omicron, which
displays notable immune escape potential through mutations at key antigenic sites on the …

Understanding the mechanism for antibody neutralization of SARS-CoV-2 is critical for the
development of effective therapeutics and vaccines. We recently isolated a large number of …

SARS-CoV-2 is a betacoronavirus virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic. Here, we
determine the X-ray crystal structure of a potent neutralizing monoclonal antibody, CV30 …

Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) variants continue to
emerge during the global pandemic and may facilitate escape from current antibody …

SARS-coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) Omicron variant (B. 1.1. 529) is of great concern to the
world due to its multiple mutations that may have an impact on transmissibility and immune …

The spike (S) protein of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant is highly mutated but the impact of
these mutations on viral entry into cells and its inhibition by antibodies has been unclear. A …

The current COVID-19 pandemic has heavily burdened the global public health system and
may keep simmering for years. The frequent emergence of immune escape variants have …

Omicron variant strains encode large numbers of changes in the spike protein compared to
historical SARS-CoV-2 isolates. Although in vitro studies have suggested that several …

On 24 November, a new detected variant B. 1.1. 529 of SARS-CoV-2 by South Africa was
reported to WHO. After only 2 days, this variant was designated as “variant of concern”(VOC) …