PROJECT OVERVIEW
Rotaviruses, especially the species Rotavirus A (RVA), are worldwide distributed enteric pathogens with high prevalence and pathogenicity in humans and variety of animals. The evidence for frequent intersections between the evolution of human and animal rotaviruses has been well documented. However the research on animal RVA strains is significantly lagging, especially on strains originating in wildlife.
IMPLEMENTATION
7 Work Packages
32 activities
5 training courses
VISIBILITY
web page
dissemination activities
lectures for students
“Open Reco” event
press conference
DISSEMINATION
6 national conferences
5 international conferences
6 papers
Image/CDC/Jessica A. Allen/Alliza Eckerd
About rotavirus
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Reoviridae (genus Rotavirus)
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9+1 species (RVA predominant)
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binary classification G/P
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dsRNA, 18.5 kb
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segmented genome – reassortment
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zoonotic potential