What type of virus did Rous discover in 1911?
Rous sarcoma virus
Influenza virus
Ebola virus
HIV
Answer
The Rous sarcoma virus (RSV), discovered by Francis Peyton Rous in 1911, is a retrovirus that causes sarcomas in chickens. RSV was the first oncogenic virus to be discovered and has since become a vital tool in cancer research, advancing our understanding of viral oncology and the mechanisms by which viruses can transform normal cells into cancerous ones.
Unveiling the Legacy: The Remarkable Life of Francis Peyton Rous
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