Summary:
- This article reports on a study that used machine learning to analyze the genetic sequences of over 1.7 million viruses, including many previously unknown viruses, found in environmental samples.
- The analysis revealed that there are likely millions of undiscovered viruses in the natural world, with the majority being found in insects and other arthropods.
- The findings suggest that viral diversity is much greater than previously thought and highlight the need for continued surveillance and study of emerging infectious diseases.