Viral Infections in Cattle: Diagnosis and Control
A special issue of Veterinary Sciences (ISSN 2306-7381). This special issue belongs to the section "Veterinary Microbiology, Parasitology and Immunology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 July 2026 | Viewed by 1602
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Viral diseases remain a major challenge to cattle health and productivity worldwide, leading to substantial economic losses and posing significant risks to animal welfare and global food security. Despite advances in veterinary science, the epidemiology, diagnosis, and control of many viral pathogens continue to evolve, driven by changes in farming systems, climate, and animal movement patterns.
This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive platform for recent research on familiar and emerging viral infections affecting cattle. We welcome high-quality research articles and reviews that focus on pathogen detection and characterization, innovative diagnostic approaches, molecular epidemiology, host–virus interactions, vaccine development, antiviral strategies, and integrated control programs.
By bringing together interdisciplinary research, this Special Issue seeks to enhance scientific knowledge and support the development of effective, sustainable measures for preventing and managing viral diseases in cattle populations. Contributions from both experimental and field-based studies are strongly encouraged.
Prof. Dr. Paul M. Coussens
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- cattle
- viral pathogens
- molecular diagnostics
- epidemiology of viral diseases
- vaccine development
- control strategies
- immune responses to viral pathogens
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