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Genetic diversity of alpha and betacoronaviruses in cave and temple-roosting bats in Vientiane Province, Lao PDR.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2026
Mombo Illich Manfred, Bobouaka Bonguili Novy Charel, Gasperini Nicola, Chandarak Arisa, Xaiyaphoumi Thida, Brault Pauline, Rieu Oceane, Paboriboune Phimpha, Leroy Eric, Niama Fabien Roch, Locatelli Sabrina
Abstract excerpt
The emergence of MERS-CoV, SARS-CoV-1, and SARS-CoV-2 highlights the significant public health and economic threats posed by coronaviruses. In Lao PDR, SARS-CoV-2-related bat coronaviruses capable of binding to human ACE2 receptors have been found in northern regions, but little is known about coronavirus diversity in anthropized environments like temples. This study investigated coronavirus circulation,...
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