...well as the main scientific disciplines working across APHA. Some of the highlights include: APHA’s UK National Reference Laboratory for Avian Virology and Mammalian Influenza has contributed to a torrent...
...By the June 24, we finished our 62 page risk assessment report (led by Rachel Taylor and myself) for PHE. It was sent to the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on...
...this accreditation for whole genome sequencing of other pathogens (e.g. Salmonella and Influenza virus) in the near future. Linking the different M. bovis clades to geographic location APHA is now...
...to the research and diagnostic laboratories working on vector borne diseases (and their insectary), high containment avian virology testing, animal feed testing and routine surveillance and international trade. Students visiting...
...Plant Health & Seeds Inspector and seasonal Bee Inspector Lissie Fuller, HR Business Partner, Worcester Mark Horigan, Head of Reagent Production Unit, Weybridge Jane Clark, Veterinary Lead for Avian Virology,...
...a statutory test that requires birds for confirming the pathogenicity of avian flu, with one that requires embryonated eggs novel analytical tools and reagents to help interrogate the host pathogen...
...to APHA to identify the parasite suspected to be in the bird tissue. Penguins are susceptible to avian malaria in captivity due to their environment, which challenges conservation efforts. APHA...
...cadre of VIOs still amazes me. I am privileged to work alongside some leading experts in their chosen fields. Not long after becoming a VIO, I joined the Avian Expert...
...call on the help of rabies trained contingency staff within the Avian Virology team led by Dr Rowena Hansen. We are aware that other international rabies laboratories were forced to...
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