Thesis supervisor: Tamás Csank
co-supervisor: Kornélia Kurucz
Location of studies (in Hungarian): National Laboratory of Virology, Szentagothai Research Centre, University of Pécs Abbreviation of location of studies: PTE
Description of the research topic:
Among the infectious diseases affecting horses, flaviviruses (e.g. West Nile virus - WNV or Usutu virus) transmitted by arthropod vectors (e.g. mosquitoes) are of particular importance, since causing serious neurological disease and often lead to the animal's death. Due to climate change, globalisation and other human activities, the pathogens have become widespread and endemic in many European countries. Although the host/reservoir and vector organisms involved in the natural circulation of pathogens are known, the ecological factors underlying infections and the long-term effects/consequences of infection on horses are less understood.
Focusing on clinical cases in horses, the research topic aims to elucidate the circumstances of infection and identify key factors that play a role in the development of infection foci or chains, through extensive surveillance of flaviviruses (pathogen identification and genetic characterisation in both vector and reservoir organisms). This will allow the development of control and prevention measures to significantly reduce the risk of infection in horses.
Recommended language skills (in Hungarian): English Further requirements: MSc Degree in relevant fields, e.g. biologist, zoologist, veterinarian, medical doctor; interest and experience in laboratory-, molecular biology and field work; mobility (e.g. willingness to participate in training/research abroad)
Number of students who can be accepted: 1
Deadline for application: 2024-05-31
2024. IV. 17. ODT ülés Az ODT következő ülésére 2024. június 14-én, pénteken 10.00 órakor kerül sor a Semmelweis Egyetem Szenátusi termében (Bp. Üllői út 26. I. emelet).
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