Wendy Blay Puryear

H5N5 virus transmission is driven by repeated cross-Atlantic introductions and transmission among high latitude seabirds

This study shows H5N5 viruses have been repeatedly introduced across the Atlantic by high latitude seabirds, with more frequent introductions in fall and spring, and a distinct ecology from H5N1.

Emergence of D1.1 reassortant H5N1 avian influenza viruses in North America

The paper identifies the emergence of D1.1 reassortant H5N1 viruses in North America, which show increased transmissibility, host range, and human spillover potential.

Unbiased, Cell-free Profiling of Single Influenza Genomes at High-throughput

The paper develops DE-flowSVP to profile IAV genome reassortment at high throughput, revealing that aggregation and molecular incompatibility drive genome mixing.

Outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza H5N1 in New England Seals

The paper reports an outbreak of H5N1 in New England seals, linking it to a second wave of H5N1 in wild birds and identifying genetic differences between avian and mammalian infections.

Ferrets not infected by SARS-CoV-2 in a high-exposure domestic setting

This study shows that ferrets in a domestic setting with prolonged exposure to symptomatic COVID-19 humans did not contract SARS-CoV-2, suggesting host factors may limit natural infection.