A cosmic virosphere

Adv Genet. 2020:106:101-107. doi: 10.1016/bs.adgen.2020.06.001. Epub 2020 Oct 3.

Abstract

The concept of a cosmic virosphere that serves as the repository of information for all life on Earth and throughout the Universe is discussed. Recent studies in geology, astronomy and biology point to an intimate connection between the evolution of life and a cosmic virosphere/biosphere.

Keywords: Cosmic life; Symbiogenesis; Viruses.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Astronomy / methods
  • Earth, Planet
  • Humans
  • Origin of Life*