African Swine Fever (ASF) significantly impacts swine health globally, posing severe economic threats to the pork industry due to high pig mortality rates. Understanding ASF transmission is crucial for effective control and prevention. In this episode, virology expert Dr. Declan Schroeder explores ASF's transmission dynamics, focusing on its environmental stability and the pivotal role of infectious doses in disease propagation, underscoring the necessity of continued research for robust swine health management.

Meet the guest: Dr. Declan Schroeder

Experience:

• Current: Associate Professor of Virology, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota.

Background:

• Ph.D. (University of Cape Town) 
• B.Sc. (University of Cape Town)

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