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Humans transmit more viruses to animals than vice versa

Irish Examiner — March 25, 2024, 01:00 PM UTC

Summary: A study by University College London reveals humans transmit more viruses to animals than vice versa. Analyzing viral genome sequences, researchers found twice as many host jumps from humans to animals. Understanding viral evolution between hosts aids in predicting and preventing disease outbreaks. The study analyzed 12 million viral genomes, showing viruses adapt through mutations when jumping hosts. The research, published in Nature Ecology and Evolution, emphasizes the need for monitoring viral transmission.

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