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Unique collections

Our unique collections play an important role in the study of viral diseases of livestock and are utilised by scientists worldwide.

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Animal lines

Genetically distinct inbred lines of chickens, pigs, and MHC-defined cattle offer crucial models for studying host-pathogen interactions and advancing…
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Cell Infected with PPRV Under the Microscope

Viral collections

Our reference laboratories maintain collections of characterised viruses which can be supplied to researchers.
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