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Marco Falchieri

APHA at the forefront of bird flu detection in the sub-Antarctic

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Snow-capped mountains fronted by the ocean with the APHA logo and title, "Avian Influenza in the Antarctic Region'

Embarking on an extraordinary mission, APHA virologist, Dr. Marco Falchieri, set out to South Georgia. His goal? To investigate the presence of High Pathogenicity H5N1 avian influenza virus. The backdrop: mass deaths of avian and seal species. Join us as we delve into his captivating journey and findings.