Chapter 656: Space Virus, It Seems to Be Real
When this terrible zombie virus really came to the world, the first thing Li Quan thought of was where did this virus come from?
Many things in science fiction movies may have certain reasoning basis, but it is difficult for them to become reality.
At least in just a few hundred years, it will be difficult for many scientific and technological advances to reach that level.
For example, migrating to other planets, creating water artificially, growing plants in dark vacuum conditions, etc.
"There are three versions of the virus's origin, and only a few high-ranking officials in the United States know which one is true. The first version says that there was a funeral home manager who violated many female corpses because of necrophilia. What's even more incredible is that one of the female corpses was pregnant. Later, scientists extracted a never-before-seen virus from the baby's body.
It causes the infected to dislike water, fear light, eat raw meat and drink blood, and have muscle twitches and stiffness. "
Li Quan had also seen this kind of news on the Internet.
At that time, I even called the administrator a pervert.
I even more seriously doubt the authenticity of the female corpse's pregnancy.
Because after a person dies, the body's metabolism stops, and it is normal for it to be impossible to get pregnant again.
Even if the female corpse was in her ovulation period before her death, it would be impossible for her to get pregnant.
Giving birth to a new life is more complicated than you might think.
Just look at the artificial embryos in the laboratory.
The cultivation of each artificial embryo has extremely harsh conditions.
However, if the corpse was really pregnant, the baby might really be carrying some unknown virus.
Including the zombie virus that only appears in science fiction movies.
"The second version is that an American archaeological team found a 40,000-year-old corpse under the Arctic glacier in the far north. When they brought it back to the laboratory for research, a scientist was unfortunately infected with the zombie virus. It then bit his wife to death and gnawed off half of her face."
The glaciers have existed for countless years, and many prehistoric secrets are buried beneath them.
Including primitive people from tens of thousands of years ago, as well as various ancient viruses and bacteria.
Some scientists even believe that the viruses existing under the glaciers are more terrifying than those in ancient tombs, and there are many more types.
The United States' archaeological equipment is very advanced and it has sufficient financial support. They are even more powerful than rats.
They have ways to dig out objects from under the glaciers thousands of meters deep.
"The third theory is that the United States has found traces of alien life in outer space, and has successfully retrieved the body of a three-eyed giant from outer space using satellite equipment. It is said that all the people involved in the research were infected with the zombie virus, which bites anyone they see. All the infected people were isolated and controlled, but one person took the opportunity to escape.
Still not found.
If the zombie virus is really like rabies, there is a risk of infection as long as you are scratched or bitten by an infected person. The researcher who escaped is undoubtedly an active source of virus infection. "
Assistant Dean He explained all three versions of the zombie virus in one breath.
Although all three statements are plausible, Li Quan feels that the third one is more true.
Because the United States is the first country in human history to land living people on the moon and return safely.
After so many years, this country has never stopped exploring outer space.
Even a Mars immigration plan was launched.
Prepare the first batch of 50 immigrants to live permanently on Mars.
If it really succeeds, it will usher in a new era for mankind.
I heard that the United States discovered alien life a long time ago, and it is even possible that it obtained alien spacecraft.
With the strength of the United States, if the corpse of an alien creature is really found on a planet in outer space, it is very likely that it can be transported back to Earth.
"Dean, if the zombie virus really exists, do you have a way to eliminate it?"
Dean He is obviously still very worried about his daughter who is studying in the United States.
"Yes! Just cremate the infected person and it will definitely be eliminated." Li Quan answered without hesitation.
"Hey... I mean, is there any way to cure a living person after he is infected?" If it weren't for Li Quan's status as the dean, Assistant Dean He would definitely roll his eyes.
If you are infected you will be cremated, what’s the point?
Isn't that equivalent to a death sentence?
"Now that we don't even know whether this virus really exists, it's hard for me to draw a conclusion. However, the most successfully evolved organisms in this world are viruses and bacteria. If it is really a virus brought back from an alien planet, with the current level of technology on Earth, we may not be able to cure those infected.
The only way is to lock up the infected people and prevent them from infecting others.
Then when they die, their bodies are cremated immediately.”
As Li Quan's medical skills continued to improve, the medical knowledge he discovered became more and more profound.
The more he knew, the less confident he became.
Because there are too many incurable diseases, bacteria and viruses in this world that cannot be dealt with.
The saying "It's lonely at the top" probably means this.
The more you know, the more afraid you are.
"No, I have to call my daughter again and tell her to be careful. I always feel uneasy." Assistant Director He said, and actually called his daughter on the spot.
No one answered the call.
His daughter might be in class or doing experiments in the lab.
Li Quan didn't take this matter too seriously.
On the one hand, there is an ocean between us, so no matter how powerful the virus is, it is impossible for it to spread to China for the time being.
On the other hand, the authenticity of this matter remains to be confirmed.
When it was almost time to get off work in the afternoon, Professor Sun Limin from the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology came.
"Oh, Director Sun, you haven't come to visit me for a long time. Please take a seat!" Li Quan stood up enthusiastically to greet Professor Sun Limin.
Having worked as the chief of obstetrics and gynecology for six years, this overseas-educated PhD has become quite competent for the position.
And her medical skills have also greatly improved.
Li Quan passed on all the techniques of Tuigong to her.
"Dean, you are blaming me for not coming to you to report on my work enough!" Sun Limin said with a smile.
"Haha, I have to think twice when talking to a woman with a high IQ like you, otherwise it's easy for you to misunderstand what I say. I know you're very busy at obstetrics and gynecology, and you have a lot to take care of. So, if you're busy in the future, just call me if you have something to say."
Li Quan and Sun Liming have been friends for a long time.
The two chatted like old friends.
Relaxed and casual.
Li Quan never acted like a dean in front of her.
"Thank you, Dean, for your consideration of a young woman like me! I came to see you today for a new research project in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Didn't I mention the research on new technologies for artificial embryo cultivation to you last time? Now I have selected members who will specialize in this research. I can guarantee that our research on this project will not interfere with our normal diagnosis and treatment work."
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology has grown and developed under Professor Liu's leadership.
Later, the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology declined due to the sudden appointment of Dean He. Fortunately, Li Quan regained the position of Dean in time and made a series of efforts to revive the business of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
He even boldly appointed the young Sun Limin as the director of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
After Sun Liming took over, he did not disappoint Li Quan.
Under her leadership, after nearly six years of development, the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology has now become an important department at the same level as the Medical Center for Blood Diseases.
In terms of strength, the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is second only to the Oncology Center.
Among all departments of Huier Hospital, it ranks among the top three.
However, the development of obstetrics and gynecology has also encountered bottlenecks.
Compared with the world's top obstetrics and gynecology departments, there is still a certain gap.
Domestic obstetrics and gynecology departments, even those in special hospitals in Beijing, are still confined to the three major areas of treatment of gynecological diseases, obstetrics, and infertility services.
The concept is still at a backward level.
The new artificial embryo technology proposed by Sun Limin is a new concept.
The quality of babies is directly related to the future of a country.
She wanted to start from the source.
Before the artificial embryo successfully develops into a baby from the fertilized egg, it undergoes a series of screening and improvements.
It's about removing some bad genes.
For example, if the parents of the fertilized egg have a family history of genetic disease, the gene for this disease can be removed and improved.
Then the artificial embryos cultivated will no longer have this genetic disease.
In addition, we can also support and strengthen some beneficial genes so that our offspring will become stronger and stronger.
This concept is very advanced. If it is successfully researched, it will be of great benefit to the country.
Just imagine, when our offspring can reach the golden data in terms of height, appearance, and intelligence through human intervention, how wonderful it would be?
By that time, no more disabled people will be born.
The boy will be handsome, smart and strong, and the girl will be beautiful, smart and clever.
This is what the legendary paradise looks like.
The men are handsome and the women are beautiful, each of them is extremely smart and has strong genes.
"Dean, if this is embarrassing for you, forget it. Let's put it aside for now. When the opportunity is ripe , we will build this artificial embryo gene optimization laboratory."
When Sun Limin saw that Li Quan remained silent, she thought that Li Quan was in a difficult situation.
After all, approving this matter requires a huge amount of funds.
There are also supporting laboratories, equipment, personnel, etc.
As the hospital director, Li Quan must consider the hospital's costs.
The genetic optimization experiment of artificial embryos will certainly not create any benefits in the early stage. Instead, it will require hospitals to invest a lot of money, manpower and material resources.
"There must be some resistance from the hospital. After all, you know the situation of our hospital. It has only been more than six years since I became the dean, but I have completed two expansions.
A lot of money was consumed.
I have just saved a little money in the past two years and am planning to demolish all the old hospital buildings and rebuild them. This requires another large sum of money.
I am very optimistic about your laboratory.
The hospital will give you a certain amount of funding, but you should try to be frugal wherever you can. Try to spend every penny wisely. No extravagance or waste is allowed."
Li Quan personally strongly supports this matter.
The hospital's top management also held a meeting to vote on the proposal, and a few people opposed it.
But it couldn't stop Li Quan.
Because even if it is a vote, with Li Quan's current prestige, he can get more than two-thirds of the votes.
Vice President Min, Sun Limin, Director Zhang and others really voted with their feet in response to some of Li Quan’s important proposals.
"Great, thank you, Dean!"
When Sun Limin heard that Li Quan really agreed to her creating this experimental project on human embryo genetic optimization, she was so happy that her face flushed like a little girl.
"Go ahead and do your job well! Report the list of people you have selected to me. I will review it tomorrow and approve it after I find no problems."
Li Quan said with a smile.
Six years have passed, and some people have gradually lost their way in power and money, and their ideas have changed a lot.
Some people have always stuck to their original aspirations.
Sun Limin is one of those who sticks to his original aspirations.
"By the way, Dean, have you heard about the zombie virus in the United States? Some of my friends in the United States have reminded me to be extra careful. They said that after being infected with the zombie virus, there will be an incubation period of about 24 hours. During this period, those infected are no different from normal people. It's just that their body temperature rises.
But after the incubation period, once they break out, they are extremely aggressive.
People infected with the zombie virus usually have dark circles under their eyes, bad temper, red eyes and other symptoms in the early stages. "
Sun Limin studied in the United States for many years, and since she is a top student, she has made many friends.
She is very well-informed in the United States.
In the morning, when Assistant Dean He mentioned this matter, Li Quan didn't take it too seriously.
Now Sun Limin is also talking about this matter, and even describes the symptoms of the infected people very clearly.
Li Quan began to take this matter seriously.
What we are advocating now is a community with a shared future for mankind.
When one side is in trouble, all sides will come to its aid.
If the United States really falls, the zombie virus will definitely spread all over the world.
Because today's transportation is extremely advanced.
Even for a long journey across the ocean, one day is enough.
"Okay, thank you for your reminder. I will pay attention to it. You should also pay special attention to safety. I believe the country will also attach great importance to this matter, and the checkpoints will not easily let foreigners in."
Li Quan is very confident in his country.
The Chinese people are united and have strict discipline.
Whenever a major epidemic occurs, as long as the superiors give the order, more than one billion people across the country will immediately act in unison.
Although the zombie virus has not yet caused a major outbreak, if this virus cannot be completely eradicated, it will sooner or later cause a major outbreak.
It is necessary to prepare early.
"Dean, I heard that you know martial arts?" Sun Limin walked to the door and turned around to ask.
"A little bit." Li Quan admitted frankly.
Many people in the hospital already knew that he knew martial arts.
As early as three years ago, when Huier Hospital had just acquired the old zoo and was in the process of demolishing and expanding it, a group of gangsters ran to the construction site to cause trouble, blocking the door and preventing construction vehicles from entering or leaving.
The hospital tried many ways, but this group of people were very difficult to deal with.
He won't respond to anything you say.
Even when the police arrived and arrested a few people, they were unable to deter the rioters.
Instead, they recruited more people to hold up banners and use the name of defending rights to obstruct the expansion work.
There was no other choice but Li Quan to personally negotiate with the troublemakers.
