Abstract: Disclosed are methods to characterize at least one vims in at least one human patient by (a) extracting a viral polynucleotide from a biological sample from the at least one human patient, (b) sequencing the viral polynucleotide to generate viral polynucleotide sequence data; and, (c) characterizing the viral polynucleotide sequence data. Further aspects of the invention may include a system which enables user to quickly and accurately search and/or add to data bases that facilitate the identification and/or treatment of diseases caused by viruses.

Abstract: A cradle assembly for a motor vehicle comprises a pair of spaced side frame members, a front cross frame member and a rear cross frame member. The front cross frame member is connected with front ends of the side frame members. The rear cross frame member extends between rear ends of the side frame members. The frame members are formed from tubular metal blanks by a hydroforming process in which each blank has fluid pressure provided internally thereto and thereby radially expanded so that the frame members have a peripheral configuration modified with respect to an original peripheral configuration of the associated blanks.