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  • Population Genetics
  • Bioinformatics

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  • Viral quasispecies complexity significantly influences virus behavior and evolution.
  • Next-generation sequencing (NGS) platforms provide detailed insights into viral mutant spectra.
  • Existing parameters for quantifying mutant spectrum complexity have limitations.

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  • To critically evaluate current population diversity indices for viral quasispecies.
  • To propose novel ecological indices for assessing viral population complexity.
  • To introduce a multidimensional approach for a comprehensive understanding of viral quasispecies.

Main Methods:

  • Critical evaluation of existing population diversity indices.
  • Introduction and application of ecological diversity indices (incidence, abundance, function).
  • Analysis of three hepatitis C virus clinical samples with varying population heterogeneity.

Main Results:

  • Existing indices for viral mutant spectra have inherent limitations.
  • Ecological indices offer a more nuanced understanding of viral quasispecies composition.
  • A multidimensional approach using complementary indices enhances complexity assessment.

Conclusions:

  • A multidimensional approach is recommended for a comprehensive analysis of viral quasispecies complexity.
  • Newly proposed ecological indices provide valuable insights into viral population dynamics.
  • This framework aids in understanding virus behavior and developing targeted interventions.