2021 Arthur S. Flemming Awards recognize exceptional federal employees
Dr. Douglas Gladue received an award for expediting the development of the first safe and effective vaccine against African swine fever virus.
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FFAR awards grant to Genvax Technologies to develop ASF vaccine
The Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research awarded a $145,000 grant to Genvax Technologies to develop a self-amplifying messenger RNA (saRNA) vaccine for African swine fever.
USDA names Distinguished Senior Research Scientist of the Year
Manuel Borca's research contributed to the vaccine development for classical swine fever and African swine fever.
SHIC: New research project to investigate feed mill decontamination in the event of an ASF outbreak
The research project will evaluate several methods for cleaning and disinfecting feed mills following a potential ASF outbreak.
IPVS' Panel at 333 Experience discussed strategies to protect the health of Brazil´s pig herd
Experts presented tools to ensure Brazil remains an African Swine Fever (ASF) - free country.
Tetracore, Inc. introduces first USDA-licensed real-time PCR test for ASF virus
It is the first USDA licensed diagnostic product for ASFV, critical for a rapid response in the event of an ASF outbreak.
IPVS2022 to discuss ASF at the 333 Experience Congress - Brazil 2021
On day 2 of the event, the panel will discuss both control and prevention measures.
Recordings from USDA's African Swine Fever Action Week available
Action Week brought attention to the importance of ASF planning and prevention and highlighted the extensive work being done to keep the disease out of the United States.
IPIC: ASF in Action webinars continue
The Iowa Foreign Animal Disease Preparedness and Response webinar series continues with two sessions this month.
Pirbright twins with Philippines to improve African swine fever control
The project will build capacity for African swine fever (ASF) testing, which is essential for bringing the disease under control.
APC: ASF transmission risk low for blood products and protein hydrolysates
The EFSA considers that the risk of ASF transmission is especially low for blood products and protein hydrolysates.
Pirbright scientists will progress pig and cattle health through two projects worth €3.5 million
The research aims to tackle porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus and African swine fever virus in pigs.
Cornell Alliance for Science: CRISPR offers hope for controlling African swine fever
New vaccine trials hold great promise in the management of an East African strain of African swine fever (ASF).
ILRI takes action to stop the spread of ASF in India
The International Livestock Research Institute has been working with the Indian government address the recent ASF outbreaks in the northeast.
Boehringer Ingelheim: China pioneers biosecurity report against ASF
Boehringer Ingelheim compiles data from 1,000 swine farms into the first market report on biosecurity. Document sheds light on livestock management and contributes to the fight against African swine fever.
Kemin Industries acquires patent application to control ASF virus in feed
New research from Kansas State University shows promise for Kemin pathogen control product Sal CURB® in addressing African swine fever virus in feed and feed ingredients.