Scientists are discovering and resurrecting ancient viruses trapped in permafrost and frozen remains. Here are 8 zombie viruses that scientists have pulled from the permafrost.
Zombie viruses could become public health threats as climate change leads to permafrost melting and releasing viruses that have been frozen for thousands of years. According to the study, global warming is causing vast swaths of permafrost to irreversibly thaw. What Is Zombie Virus? Know All About 48,500-Year-Old Pandoravirus Yedoma, Revived by French Scientists, That Sparks Fears of Another Pandemic.