3D model of the virus (IMAGE)

Ruhr-University Bochum

3D model of the virus

Caption

A compound called K11777 prevents body cells from splitting the viral capsid and thus helping the virus out of its capsid. This means that infection is no longer possible.

 

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© RUB, Marquard

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The image may only be used in the context of the press release "Study Paves the Way for an Active Agent Against Hepatitis E" published by RUB on May, 15, 2024.

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