Biosecurity Queensland scientists will use special cameras to film horses, bats and other wildlife at night to better understand how Hendra virus is passed to horses.
Minister for Primary Industries, Fisheries, Rural and Regional Queensland Tim Mulherin said this is just one aspect of Biosecurity Queensland’s cutting edge research into the virus, its hosts and its behaviour.
“Biosecurity Queensland is recognised as a world leader in the research and understanding of Hendra and related viruses and their behaviour in the flying fox host,” Mr Mulherin said.
“The Bligh Government has spent $2.8 million on Hendra related research, and has committed a further $1 million to enhance Hendra research into the future.
“These projects have provided a significant degree of understanding about Hendra Virus. Read More…
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