Infectious disease models in the target natural hosts are excellent tools to understand the biological features of host-pathogen interactions that are essential for developing improved control strategies. Moreover, the use of these models in genetically defined, inbred animal species with specific disease resistance can provide valuable insights into the association between diseases and genetic resistance. The Pirbright Institute has genetically distinct and scientifically important inbred chicken lines, pigs and MHC-defined cattle.
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