About this episode

Ken Henderson discusses the latest research on biosecurity related to exotic viruses and their impact on animals.

From hantavirus to Ebola to cyclosporiasis, it’s hard to escape the news about outbreaks of exotic viruses in people. How might these diseases impact or be transmitted by animals? In this episode, which airs July 21, Ken Henderson, PhD, DACLAM, an expert on keeping research mice and rats safe from outside threats, shares his insights into the most up-to-date research on biosecurity. Show Notes Pathogen Binder | Charles River Research Animal Diagnostic Services | Charles River Research Models and Services | Charles River

People in this episode

Host: Charles River

Guest: Ken Henderson

Topics covered

• biosecurity
• exotic viruses
• animal health
• research safety
• disease transmission

Keywords

• biosecurity
• exotic viruses
• hantavirus
• Ebola
• cyclosporiasis
• research mice
• animal safety

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Charles River, Charles River Research Animal Diagnostic Services, Charles River Research Models and Services

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