USPOULTRY funds disease-centered research projects in the US

A recent study led by Chongxiao Chen at the University of Georgia looks into preventing Blackhead Disease in poultry, highlighting the importance of reducing stress and considering nutrition to minimize disease severity. The study also underscores the need for effective therapeutic treatments. Concurrently, Sunil Mor's research at South Dakota State University examines the pathogenicity and genetic profile of Turkey Hepatitis Reovirus (THRV), revealing its similarity to turkey arthritis reovirus and confirming its ability to cause both hepatitis and arthritis in turkeys. Li Zhang's work at Mississippi State University focuses on strategies to control Campylobacter in chicken, identifying three potential vaccine candidates and new approaches for antigen selection. Lastly, Nikki Shariat's research at the University of Georgia aims to enhance Salmonella surveillance using next-generation sequencing and CRISPR-SeroSeq, offering a more efficient method for detecting and monitoring Salmonella populations in poultry processing.