The Role of Wildlife in Virus Transmission: Mechanisms and Implications
A special issue of Viruses (ISSN 1999-4915). This special issue belongs to the section "Animal Viruses".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 56
Special Issue Editor
Interests: virology; HEV; neglected and emerging viruses; zoonosis; public health
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The Special Issue titled "The Role of Wildlife in Virus Transmission: Mechanisms and Implications" explores the intricate dynamics of how wildlife contributes to the emergence and spread of viral diseases. It delves into the mechanisms of zoonotic transmission, where viruses jump from animals to humans, often due to ecological disruptions, such as habitat destruction, urbanization, and climate change. This Special Issue highlights the role of wildlife as reservoirs for various pathogens, including those responsible for diseases such as Ebola, SARS, and avian influenza. It emphasizes the importance of understanding wildlife behavior, ecological interactions, and genetic diversity to predict and mitigate future outbreaks.
The articles within this Special Issue examine case studies of specific viruses, analyze evolutionary trajectories, and discuss the socio-economic and environmental factors that exacerbate disease transmission. They also propose strategies for surveillance, prevention, and control, stressing the need for a multidisciplinary approach that integrates ecology, virology, and public health. By addressing these challenges, this Special Issue aims to enhance our preparedness for emerging infectious diseases and underscores the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health.
Dr. Jelena Prpić
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- zoonotic transmission
- wildlife reservoirs
- viral evolution
- ecological disruption
- public health
- disease surveillance
- emerging infectious diseases
- one health approach
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