Molecular Identification and Characterization of mobatvirus (Hantaviridae) in Lao PDR
Chittaphone Vanhnollat, Kristina Dimitrova, Longthor Vachouaxiong, Jonathan Audet, Somphavanh Somlor, Sarah J. Medina, Phaithong Bounmany, Khaithong Lakeomany, Vaekey Vungkyly, Gary Wong, Vilakhan Xayaphet, Phetphoumin Paphaphanh, Watthana Theppangna, Bounsavane Douangboubpha, Khamsing Vongphayloth, , Philippe Buchy
The paper identifies and characterizes new mobatvirus variants in Lao PDR bats and wild animals, revealing genetic diversity and potential zoonotic risk.
bioRxiv · Apr 7, 2026 · PreprintMicrobiology