Origins of Viruses

The discussion dives into the complex origins of hand, foot and mouth disease and the Coxsackie virus, tracing their names back to a small village in New York. Erin explores the ancient lineage of enteroviruses and the challenges of understanding their evolutionary history. The conversation takes an intriguing turn as they ponder the very beginnings of viruses, questioning their origins and contemplating the possibility of pursuing further study in paleovirology.