space viruses: Experts warn NASA to contain ‘space viruses’. Will these wipe out entire civilization?
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Researchers at the United States Bipartisan Commission on Biodefence have issued a stern warning to NASA to focus on stopping ‘space viruses‘ that may pose a danger to humanity and put us again into a Covid-pandemic scenario. According to the latest report released by the Commission, NASA has been asked to switch its focus from ‘aliens‘ to real threats like these space viruses. An old report by the ‘DailyStar UK‘ stated that a new virus was found on the International Space Station and boffins were unsure about the potential of it or exactly what it was. Even though the hype around this virus later died down as things did not seem so catastrophic, it has not stopped experts from worrying about similar unknown viruses that may end up becoming a threat to our very existence.
China, Russia may use bioweapons, says report
The report also mentions the threat of enemy nations like Russia and China using biological weapons in space to harm the US’ dominance in outer space. Considering the immense competition in outer space regarding the discovery of unexplored planets, moons, or even creatures, there is always a chance that some viruses like these are used to simply ‘narrow down the competition.’
“Space travel can trigger dormant viruses in the body”
It also claims that space travel often ‘reactivates viruses’ like herpes, Epstein-Barr, varicella-zoster, cytomegalovirus, and any such existing virus in the body of astronauts can trigger back and create adverse effects, posing a threat not only for the very astronaut but also for others at the International Space Station.
However, there is no word around NASA acknowledging the report and how it is going to act upon it. It is yet to be ascertained if the world’s leading space agency will ‘stop hunting aliens’ and save humans from space viruses.
FAQs:
1. Who are the competitors of US in the outer space?
The US, through its leading space agency, NASA, is one of the leaders of outer space exploration and research. However, countries like China and Russia pose stiff competition to the US.
2. Are viruses present in the outer spaces?
Yes, viruses are indeed present in outer space, according to an earlier report when an unknown virus was found on the International Space Station.
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