Scientists in Iceland claim they have found 40 mutations of the coronavirus, which has left the world gripped in fear. The Icelandic scientists were able to trace the coronavirus back to three European countries – Austria, Italy – the epicentre of the outbreak – and England. Scientists in Iceland claim they have found 40 mutations of the coronavirus which has infected almost 385,000 people globally. Pictured, coronavirus cells up closeUsing genetic sequencing, the researchers identified how many mutations the virus had accumulated (stock)Viruses accumulate mutations as they evolve, which may or may not cause them to behave in different ways. Studying viruses using genomics helps to understand how they behave, which will help scientists fight the spiralling pandemic.

Source: Daily Mail March 24, 2020 12:30 UTC