ViralZone

ViralZone is a comprehensive online resource dedicated to providing information about viruses and viral diseases. It serves as a virus knowledge resource developed and maintained by the Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics (SIB).

ViralZone offers a hierarchical classification of viruses, organizing them according to various criteria including taxonomy, host range, and disease association. Each viral species or genus entry within the database typically includes detailed information on:

• Taxonomy: The scientific classification of the virus, including family, genus, and species names.
• Morphology: Description of the virus particle's physical structure.
• Genome Organization: Details regarding the viral genome, including size, structure (e.g., DNA or RNA, segmented or non-segmented), and gene arrangement.
• Replication Cycle: An overview of how the virus infects cells, replicates its genome, and produces new viral particles.
• Host Range: The organisms that the virus can infect.
• Diseases: Diseases associated with the virus in humans and other organisms.
• Protein Information: Data on individual viral proteins, including their function and interactions.
• References: Links to relevant scientific publications and other resources.

ViralZone is widely used by virologists, researchers, students, and other professionals interested in viral information. Its content is updated regularly to reflect the latest advances in virology research. The database aims to provide accurate and up-to-date information, becoming a key tool for understanding the diversity and complexity of the viral world.