OneBAT digs into viruses associated with Miniopterus schreibersii to investigate the drivers behind the emergence of emerging infectious diseases in humans.

Project

The primary objective of OneBAT is to investigate viral spillover from bats, specifically targeting lyssaviruses, coronaviruses and filoviruses harboured by the endangered Miniopterus schreibersii.

Objectives

OneBAT aims to significantly enhance understanding and tools for managing viral spillover from bats to humans, contributing to improved disease preparedness and surveillance in southern and eastern EU countries.

Impacts