Coronaviruses Past, Present, and Future

This reprint compiles thirty-two peer-reviewed articles that capture the broad landscape of COVID-19 research three years after the pandemic. Organized into six thematic sections-Epidemiology and Public Health Perspectives (7 papers: 1-7), Pathophysiology and Mechanistic Insights (9 papers: 8-16), Diagnostics and Detection Methods (7 papers: 17-23), Therapeutics and Clinical Management (5 papers: 24-28), Vaccines and Immunization Studies (2 papers: 29-30), and Long COVID and Future Directions (2 papers: 31-32)-these works address key scientific and clinical developments in viral evolution, host-pathogen interactions, and public health policies.Articles within these sections examine innovative diagnostics, therapeutic strategies, vaccine approaches, and the broader epidemiological impact of SARS-CoV-2. They also probe the long-term complications of infection and shed light on emerging directions for future research. By uniting diverse scientific perspectives, this reprint aims to support healthcare professionals, scientists, and policymakers seeking evidence-based solutions to mitigate the global burden of COVID-19.