Zhengli Shi

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Zhengli Shi is a prominent Chinese virologist and researcher known for her work at the Wuhan Institute of Virology, particularly in studying bat coronaviruses. She gained international attention for her involvement in research related to the origins of SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic. Shi's collaboration with international scientists has been a focal point in discussions about the virus's origins. Her work has sparked debates about gain-of-function research, biosecurity, and the ethical implications of scientific inquiry related to emerging infectious diseases.