- provirus excision
The molecular events that lead to the excision of a viral genome from the host genome.
- viral genome maturation
The processes involved in creating a mature, stable viral genome. Begins after genome replication with a newly synthesized nucleic acid and ends when the genome is ready to be packaged. Includes the addition of proteins to the newly synthesized genome, and DNA repair processes.
- viral transcription
The process by which a viral genome, or part of a viral genome, is transcribed within the host cell.
- viral integration complex
A nucleoprotein complex containing viral genetic material and the viral integrase, required for genome integration into the host's genome. May contain other proteins.