December 22st, 2020
- The Hebrew University
- December 22, 2020
- Science site The Conversation
- December 22, 2020
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The variant carries 14 defining mutations, seven of which are in the spike protein - the protein that mediates the entry of the virus into human cells. This is a relatively large number of changes compared to the many versions of the virus around the world
- Israel Antiquities Authority Archeology
- December 22, 2020
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During archaeological excavations in preparation for development, a 2000-year-old purification mikve was discovered near the well-known modern church, as well as impressive remains of a Byzantine church (from about 1500 years ago). Researchers from the Franciscan Research Institute are also participating in the excavation