Nathan Wolfe: The jungle search for viruses

The video discusses the origins of HIV, its discovery in the 1980s, and the concept of 'viral chatter'—the early transmission of viruses from animals to humans. It highlights field research in Cameroon, where hunters are studied to monitor zoonotic viruses. The challenges of virus monitoring and the importance of conservation are addressed. The Global Viral Forecasting Initiative aims to expand monitoring efforts worldwide, focusing on viral hotspots to prevent pandemics.

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