Zoonotic Spillover
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healthInfluenza D Virus Shows Potential to Infect Humans
New research finds influenza D replicates in human airway cells and evades early immune detection, raising zoonotic spillover concerns.
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healthScientists Film Uganda's Marburg Virus Hotspot: A Glimpse into Zoonotic Spillover
Researchers captured over 8,800 hours of footage at Uganda's Python Cave, a Marburg virus hotspot, revealing animal and human interactions that offer insights into disease transmission risks.
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healthViruses Don't Need Mutations to Jump to Humans, Study Reveals
New research shows zoonotic viruses like SARS-CoV-2 require no special mutations before spilling into humans - exposure matters more than evolution.
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healthVirology Expert Edward Holmes on Preventing the Next Pandemic
Professor Edward Holmes discusses viral emergence, the factors driving zoonotic spillover, and how genomics and AI are revolutionizing pandemic preparedness.