Dr. Eduarda Braga: Mapping PCV2 Genotypes in the U.S. | Ep. 209
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Dr. Eduarda Braga discusses the genotypic landscape of PCV2 in the U.S. and its implications for swine health.
In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Eduarda Braga, a veterinarian and researcher at Iowa State University, explores the genotypic landscape of PCV2 in the United States. She explains circulating genotypes, genetic diversity, capsid selection pressures, and implications for disease surveillance in swine production. Learn how these patterns support better health monitoring decisions. Listen now on all major platforms! Click here to learn more (pages 18-19) - https://iowavirology.cvm.iastate.edu/wp-content/uploads/AIVS-Full-Program.pdf "PCV2 D is clearly the dominant genotype in recent years. So around 2014 onwards, it became the most prevalent and remains consistently high over time." Meet the guest: Dr. Eduarda Braga https://www.linkedin.com/in/eduarda-braga-9175511a3/ earned her veterinary degree from the Federal University of Uberlândia in Brazil and completed advanced training in swine production, reproduction, and animal health. She holds a master’s degree in Veterinary Sciences and is currently a Graduate Research Assistant at Iowa State University, focusing on swine health and viral evolution. Learn more about PCV2 research with Dr. Eduarda Braga on…
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