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NEW Episode 1371 · Season 1 Nov 1, 2026 · 1 hr 49 min

TWiV 1371: How to Bat Away Marburg Virus

TWiV discusses an outbreak of H5N1 influenza viruses in Utah farmed mink, and divergent species-specific antiviral responses in Marburg virus infected cells from reservoir bats and humans. Hosts: Vincent Racaniello, Alan Dove, and Rich Condit Subscribe (free): Apple Podcasts, RSS, email Become a patron of TWiV! Links for this episode Support science education at MicrobeTV H5N1 influenza virus in Utah farmed mink (virological.org) Species specific responses to Marburg virus (Cell Rep) Letters read on TWiV 1371 Timestamps by Jolene Ramsey. Thanks! Picks of the Week Rich – The effect of a hiding box on stress levels and body weight in Dutch shelter cats; a randomized controlled trial Alan – Edward Gorey’s version of a tarot card deck Vincent – Wellcome Global Monitor 2026: Trust in science under pressure Listener Pick Anne – Blockers, by Michael Lewis Intro music is by Ronald Jenkees Send your virology questions and comments to [email protected] Content in this podcast should not be construed as medical advice.

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