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UK-China CERAD research focus and highlights
Innovative Vaccination Strategies for Avian Diseases
- Overview of new vaccines developed and their efficacy in combating avian diseases.
- Breakthroughs in vaccine delivery methods, assessment of vaccine responses and coordinates of protection.
Genomic Approaches to Understanding Avian Disease Resistance
- Studies on the genetic markers associated with disease resistance in poultry.
- Insights from genome sequencing projects on avian pathogens.
Advances in Rapid Diagnostic Techniques
- Development of novel diagnostic tools for early detection of avian diseases.
- Implementation of point-of-care testing methods in poultry farms.
Molecular Mechanisms of Virus-Induced Cancers in Birds
- Detailed studies on the molecular pathways involved in neoplastic transformation caused by avian viruses.
- Novel strategies in control and eradication of neoplastic diseases.
Role of Microbiota in Poultry Health and Disease
- Research on the composition of gut microbiota in healthy vs. diseased birds.
- Probiotic and prebiotic interventions to enhance poultry health.
Host-Pathogen Interactions in Avian Diseases
- Investigations into how avian pathogens interact with host immune systems.
- Insights into pathogen evasion mechanisms and host defence strategies.
Economic Impact of Avian Diseases on Poultry Industry
- Studies on the financial burden of avian diseases on the poultry industry.
- Cost-benefit analysis of various disease prevention and control measures.
Advancements in Avian Immunology
- Discoveries in the immune responses of birds to various pathogens.
- New immunomodulatory treatments to enhance poultry immunity.
Emerging Avian Pathogens and Threat Assessment
- Identification of new and emerging avian pathogens.
- Risk assessment and preparedness strategies for potential outbreaks.
Application of Biotechnology in Avian Disease Control
- Use of CRISPR and other biotechnological tools in studying and controlling avian diseases.
- Genetic modification approaches for disease-resistant poultry breeds.