Known as HKU5-CoV-2, the virus also appears capable of hooking onto other versions of ACE2 in multiple different mammals, suggesting it may be capable of jumping to other species.

HKU5-CoV-2 or Bat Virus: Symptoms. There are no confirmed cases of HKU5-CoV-2 in humans yet, so its symptoms are unknown. But since it belongs to the same subgenus as MERS and COVID-19, ...

Thailand has identified HKU5-CoV-2, a new bat coronavirus, but officials assure the public there is no immediate risk. While the virus shares similarities with SARS-CoV-2, it hasn’t infected humans.

Scientists in Wuhan have discovered a new bat virus, HKU5-CoV-2, raising fears of another pandemic. Learn about its origins, risks, and potential human transmission.

HKU5-CoV-2, a new deadly bat virus discovered at Wuhan lab, sparks global pandemic fears. Experts urge vigilance, research, and global cooperation to prevent outbreaks. TheHealthSite.com ...

A major new type of coronavirus may only be “a small step away from spilling over into humans”, scientists have warned - sparking fears of another pandemic.

The new virus called HKU5-CoV-2, discovered in bats in China, has the potential of infecting humans. However, researchers have said that more details on animal-to-human transmission are yet to be ...

The newly discovered virus is named HKU5-CoV-2 and has the potential for animal-to-human transmission. No infections have been recorded in people so far. The study, ...

The new virus called HKU5-CoV-2 was found by a team of virologists led by Shi Zhengli, a scientist known as “Batwoman” for her work in coronaviruses at the Wuhan Institute, ...

New coronavirus HKU5-CoV-2 only ‘one small step from ... the same used by the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes Covid-19. As of now, HKU5 viruses can only use the ACE2 gene in bats and can ...