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A metagenomic viral discovery approach identifies potential zoonotic and novel mammalian viruses in Neoromicia bats within South Africa.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2018
Geldenhuys Marike, Mortlock Marinda, Weyer Jacqueline, Bezuidt Oliver, Seamark Ernest C J, Kearney Teresa, Gleasner Cheryl, Erkkila Tracy H, Cui Helen, Markotter Wanda
Abstract excerpt
Species within the Neoromicia bat genus are abundant and widely distributed in Africa. It is common for these insectivorous bats to roost in anthropogenic structures in urban regions. Additionally, Neoromicia capensis have previously been identified as potential hosts for Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS)-related coronaviruses. This study aimed to ascertain the gastrointestinal virome of these bats, as...
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