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IISc scientists report miniproteins that can fight COVID-19 

The scientists at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have reported a new class of artificial peptides or mini proteins (molecules) that will help fight COVID-19 by rendering viruses inactive. While blocking the entry of certain viruses into the cells, they will also clump the virus particles together to reduce the infection levels.

The researchers are planning to bring out anti-viral drugs that can hopefully fight COVID-19 and also test for applications in the field of oncology further.