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CU Boulder Researchers Develop Method To Quickly Identify COVID Mutations

BOULDER, Colo. (CBS4)- Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder have developed a method to quickly identify common COVID-19 mutations that allow the virus to escape antibodies and infect cells. The predictive tool can determine which antibodies are going to be effective against circulating strains of virus.

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The study is considered a big step in creating effective booster shots and a universal vaccine for not only COVID-19 but also for the flu, HIV and other potentially deadly viruses.

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