Scientists say they’ve discovered an antibody that blocks infection by SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus behind the current global health crisis. The antibody, known as 47D11, targets the deadly virus’s infamous ‘spike protein’, which it uses to hook onto cells and insert its genetic material. Tests in mice cells showed that 47D11 binds to this protein and prevents it from … Read more
Injecting ‘decoy proteins’ into the body could stop the coronavirus infecting someone, according to scientists. The virus that causes COVID-19 is believed by scientists to enter the body through receptors on the surface of cells in the airways, known as ACE-2 receptors. These provide the gateway to the bloodstream and ‘facilitate’ infection with the bug, … Read more
The coronavirus has wreaked havoc with the stock market, pensions and interest rates. Younger savers will have decades to recoup losses, but those close to retirement face tough decisions. So what should you do if you were hoping retire soon and do not have a final salary pension to bank on? Money Mail has asked … Read more