Groundbreaking Discovery: Giant Virus Infects Amoeboflagellate Naegleria
Researchers have isolated a giant virus, Catovirus naegleriensis, infecting the amoeboflagellate Naegleria, shedding light on its unique adaptations. The study, published in Nature Communications, delves into the structure and infection cycle of this newly identified giant virus, providing insights into the interactions with its host and expanding the understanding of giant viruses.