Need Help With Fictitious Virus.

[Michael_123_]

Hello. My name is Michael Panetta and I'm a science fiction writer. (If you read Analog Science Fiction And Fact, you may have seen my work in the current issue.)

Anyway, I've created a fictitious virus that will act as a backdrop to a story, and I and am seeking someone to look over my notes about this virus and to tell me if there are any egregious errors. I would also like suggestions on a realistic name for the virus.

I prefer to have this discussion over private message, so please message if you are interested in helping. I can't offer monetary compensation for your time because magazines don't really pay well, but if / when this story is published in a magazine, I will be sure to credit you.

Kindly appreciated.

Edited April 27 by Michael_123_
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[swansont]

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