Can i be affected by plant viruses?

Authors

  • Uber Isai Zarco-Ramírez Instituto de Investigaciones Químico Biológicas, Universidad Michoacana de San Nicolás de Hidalgo, Morelia, Michoacán, México.
  • Andrés López-Bautista Instituto de Investigaciones Químico Biológicas, Universidad Michoacana de San Nicolás de Hidalgo, Morelia, Michoacán, México.
  • Homero Reyes-de la Cruz Instituto de Investigaciones Químico Biológicas, Universidad Michoacana de San Nicolás de Hidalgo, Morelia, Michoacán, México.

Keywords:

Phytopathogen, Virus, Disease

Abstract

In addition to being a significant problem for agricultural production, plant viruses have been described as agents that can activate the immune response. This suggests an interaction in which the human body recognizes them as potential pathogens, which does not necessarily mean they are capable of causing illness. This article analyzes the discoveries that science has made about the interaction between plant viruses and our bodies, as well as their potential implications.

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2025-11-27

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Zarco-Ramírez, U. I., López-Bautista, A., & Reyes-de la Cruz, H. (2025). Can i be affected by plant viruses?. Milenaria, Ciencia Y Arte, (26), 21–23. Retrieved from http://www.milenaria.umich.mx/ojs/index.php/milenaria/article/view/632

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