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Discover the intricate structure of the chikungunya virus

Chikungunya, spread by mosquitoes, shares symptoms with Dengue and Zika, often leading to misdiagnoses. Researchers at Umea University used Titan Krios electron tomography and Amira Software to investigate the virus’s unique spherules, revealing crucial insights into viral RNA replication. Learn how Amira Software’s advanced visualization and analysis capabilities enabled the team to uncover detailed 3D structures and quantify viral RNA, aiding in the understanding of chikungunya’s replication mechanisms.

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