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Brucella Species

Brucella Species

Beyond their impact on domesticated animals and humans, Brucella species also pose challenges in wildlife populations, with several species known to infect various mammals. Wild animals, such as elk, bison, and caribou, can serve as reservoirs for Brucella, contributing to the persistence of the bacteria in natural ecosystems. This creates a complex interface between wildlife, domestic animals, and human populations, presenting unique challenges for disease control. In conservation settings, the interaction between Brucella species and endangered wildlife raises concerns about the potential for disease transmission and population declines. The management of wildlife reservoirs, surveillance programs, and research into the ecology of Brucella in diverse ecosystems are crucial for understanding and mitigating the impact of these bacteria on biodiversity. Balancing the conservation of endangered species with the control of zoonotic diseases requires interdisciplinary collaboration between wildlife ecologists, veterinarians, and public health professionals. Strategies that promote healthy ecosystems, minimize human-wildlife conflict, and incorporate surveillance for Brucella species contribute to both wildlife preservation and the protection of human and animal health.

Committee Members
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Francis J Castellino

Francis J Castellino

University of Notre Dame, United States
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Reza Nassiri

Reza Nassiri

Michigan State University, United States
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Ranjan Ramasamy

Ranjan Ramasamy

IDFISH Technology, United States
WCID 2026 Speakers
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Richard Dembo

Richard Dembo

University of South Florida, United States
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Shivadarshini Ramachandran

Shivadarshini Ramachandran

Northumbria University, United Kingdom
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Patricia Tai

Patricia Tai

University of Saskatchewan, Canada
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health 2026 - Yu Chen Wu

Yu Chen Wu

The University of Queensland, Australia

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