Scientists discover coronavirus’s mechanism for inhibiting the immune system

The video explains how the novel coronavirus uses a protein called NSP1 to disrupt the host cell's ribosomes, preventing them from signaling the immune system. NSP1 binds to the 40S subunit of ribosomes, blocking their function and weakening the body's defense against infections.

What is NSP1 and what role does it play in the context of the novel coronavirus?

How do ribosomes interact with RNAs to produce proteins?

Describe the mechanism by which NSP1 disrupts ribosomes.

What is the significance of the 40S subunit in the ribosome's function?

What are the consequences of NSP1 binding to the ribosome's entry tunnel?