Fucosylated and non-fucosylated alpha2,3 #sialosides were detected on the #bovine #mammary #gland tissues, BioRxIV: https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2024.07.29.605565v1

Receptors for high pathogenicity avian #influenza viruses (#HPAIVs) in mammary glands of dairy #cattle were detected using various recombinant #hemagglutinins (rHAs). Results demonstrated presence of fucosylated and non-fucosylated alpha2,3 sialosides, which were typically targeted by the HA of clade 2.3.4.4b HPAIVs.

The #Alarming #Situation of Highly Pathogenic Avian #Influenza Viruses in 2019–2023, Glob Med Genet. [Open Access]: https://www.thieme-connect.de/products/ejournals/html/10.1055/s-0044-1788039

#HPAIVs pose a significant #threat to both #animal & #human #health. Continued research & vigilance are paramount to effectively monitor & control these viruses, minimizing their impact on global health & economies.