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J Virol January 2019 PMID 30305356

A 1,000-Year-Old RNA Virus.

Mahtab Peyambari, Sylvia Warner, Nicholas Stoler, Drew Rainer, Marilyn J Roossinck

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Discussions underline the groundbreaking nature of finding the oldest known plant virus, with phrases like 'remarkable discovery' and 'insights into viral evolution' demonstrating excitement and curiosity. The tone blends scientific curiosity with recognition of the discovery's historical significance, emphasizing the virus's stability over centuries and its implications for understanding long-term virus persistence.

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Most discussions acknowledge the significance of discovering such an ancient virus, with some emphasizing its implications for understanding virus stability over centuries.

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Participants show high curiosity about the research, often highlighting how remarkable it is to find a virus unchanged for a millennium.

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Debates include scientific details like the virus's genetic divergence and its implications for plant pathology, indicating active participation.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest a moderate recognition of the importance of this discovery for virology and agricultural history, though some see it as more academically interesting than immediately impactful.

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  • A 1000-year-old RNA virus was discovered in ancient maize cobs from Arizona, representing the oldest known plant virus, and shows about 3% genetic divergence from modern related viruses.
  • The virus is a member of the family Chrysoviridae, which infect plants and fungi persistently through seeds, and its genome was reconstructed from ancient samples and compared to modern maize, confirming its age and stability over centuries.
  • This study highlights how plant viruses can remain relatively unchanged over long periods, demonstrating their persistent and enduring presence in agricultural history.
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