Researchers found SARS-CoV-2-related coronaviruses in acuminate horseshoe bats in Chachoengsao, Thailand.
new bat coronavirus just dropped in Thailand.
scientists say it may infect humans.
market said fear. internet said meme.
bats said run it back.
🚨: Scientists discover new coronavirus in Thailand bats that may be able to infect humans. pic.twitter.com/8rDQlUwV4Y
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Thailand bats. Human receptor. Low risk.
The new Clade B virus can use the human ACE2 receptor, the same entry point used by SARS-CoV-2.
Lab results were calmer than the headline: slower replication in human cells, no hamster transmission, no human cases reported.