Slide 1: Viral Transcription and Replication: A Molecular Journey. Slide 2: Viruses: Obligate Intracellular Parasites. Slide 3: The Viral Life Cycle: A Host Invasion Strategy. Slide 4: Viral Genome Diversity & Baltimore Classification. Slide 5: Transcription Strategies: Making Viral mRNA. Slide 6: DNA Virus Replication: Leveraging Host Machinery. Slide 7: RNA Virus Replication: The RdRp Advantage. Slide 8: Retroviral Replication: Integration and Persistence. Slide 9: Viral Assembly and Release: From Components to Virions. Slide 10: Conclusion & Therapeutic Implications