Batwoman Scientist Continues Risky Virus Research Amid Lab Leak Concerns

Wuhan: So, there’s this scientist, Shi Zhengli, who’s been in the spotlight since the Covid-19 pandemic kicked off. She’s often called the “batwoman” because of her work with bat coronaviruses. Her lab is just a stone’s throw from where the virus first popped up, which has led to a lot of speculation.

Even after all the chaos caused by Covid, she’s still doing some pretty risky research. Experts are worried because she’s been messing around with coronaviruses for years. A recent congressional report even suggested that there’s a lot of evidence pointing to the idea that the virus might have leaked from her lab.

What’s really concerning is that Shi is creating new types of coronavirus receptors. This means she’s basically tinkering with how these viruses can infect different species, including humans. Former CDC director Robert Redfield has warned that this kind of research could lead to some serious problems down the line.

He explained that if you can modify a virus to jump from animals to humans, it could lead to another pandemic. It’s like playing with fire, and many think it’s a bad idea. The potential consequences could be catastrophic, and it’s got a lot of people on edge.