Research team (IMAGE) The University of Hong Kong Caption A research team from HKUMed uncovered a novel mechanism for the high transmissibility of SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant. The research team members include: (from left) Yu Yifei, Huang Jingjing, Dr Li Cun, Wan Zhixin, Dr Zhou Jie, Professor Yuen Kwok-yung, Dr Chiu Man-chun, Zhu Xiaoxin and Zhang Shuxin. Credit The University of Hong Kong Usage Restrictions N/A License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.