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SARS-CoV-2 Variants: Genetic Insights, Epidemiological Tracking, and Implications for Vaccine Strategies
Fatimah S Alhamlan1,2, Ahmed A Al-Qahtani1,2
1Department of Infection and Immunity, Research Centre, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre, 11211 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Abstract:
The emergence of SARS-CoV-2 variants has significantly impacted the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This review examines the genetic diversity of SARS-CoV-2 variants, their roles in epidemiological tracking, and their influence on viral fitness. Variants of concern (VOCs) such as Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta, and Omicron have demonstrated increased transmissibility, altered pathogenicity, and potential resistance to neutralizing antibodies. Epidemiological tracking of these variants is crucial for understanding their spread, informing public health interventions, and guiding vaccine development. The review also explores how specific mutations in the spike protein and other genomic regions contribute to viral fitness, affecting replication efficiency, immune escape, and transmission dynamics. By integrating genomic surveillance data with epidemiological and clinical findings, this review provides a comprehensive overview of the ongoing evolution of SARS-CoV-2 and its implications for public health strategies and new vaccine development.
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