Evolution and emergence of novel human infections

Some zoomotic pathogens cause sporadic infection in humans but rarely propagate further, while others have succeeeded in overcoming the species barrier and becoming established in the human population. Adaptation, driven by selection pressure in human hosts, can play a significant role in allowing p...

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Main Authors: Arinaminpathy, N, McLean, A
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: Royal Society 2009
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