Two University of Minnesota researchers have combed through 57,000 publications to share a 10-year retrospective of disease, pathogen research and how it is prioritized.
Salmonella, E. coli, influenza, pseudorabies and FMD were the top 5 most researched pathogens.
Source: National Hog Farmer, December 2018, page 6. Link.
We generally find a shift in the last 40 years, where we are increasingly prioritizing research related to zoonotic pathogens.” Kimberly Vanderwaal.
INSIGHTS: It is increasingly important for animal health pros to comprehend the complexity of global disease monitoring and management. While some researchers may never see a pig, research like this underscores the commitment of our animal health community to overall public and food supply health.