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Infectome analysis of bat kidneys from Yunnan province, China, reveals novel henipaviruses related to Hendra and Nipah viruses and prevalent bacterial and eukaryotic microbes

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Authors: Guopeng Kuang, Tian Yang, Weihong Yang, Jing Wang, Hong Pan, Yuanfei Pan, Qin-yu Gou, Wei-chen Wu, Juan Wang, Lifeng Yang, Xi Han, Yao-qing Chen, John-Sebastian Eden, Edward C. Holmes, Mang Shi, Yun Feng

Year: 2025

Journal: PLoS Pathog

DOI: 10.1371/journal.ppat.1013235

Summary

This paper analyzes the infectome (collection of viral, bacterial and eukaryotic microorganisms) in bat kidneys from Yunnan province, China and finds novel henipaviruses related to Hendra and Nipah viruses.

Key Findings

  • Novel henipaviruses related to Hendra and Nipah viruses are found
  • Bacterial and eukaryotic microbes are prevalent in bat kidneys

Methodology

  • Study Type: Infectome analysis
  • Sample Size: N/A (bat kidneys)
  • Geographic Focus: Yunnan province, China
  • Time Period: Not specified

Topics

Virology, Epidemiology

Relevance

This study contributes to understanding the diversity of henipaviruses and potential zoonotic risks.

Source

View the entire paper: File:Ppat.1013235.pdf

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