Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Douglas Watts"
- Douglas Watts' recent research primarily focuses on the epidemiology and genomic analysis of vector-borne diseases, particularly involving Aedes aegypti and the transmission dynamics of viruses such as Chikungunya, Dengue, and Zika in specific regions like Chiapas, Mexico, and the Northern Chihuahuan Desert.
- His studies highlight significant serological evidence of SARS-CoV-2 in wildlife, including white-tailed deer and feral swine, indicating the potential for zoonotic transmission and the need for ongoing surveillance as a public health measure.
- Watts also emphasizes the importance of effective vaccination strategies to control transboundary infectious diseases in resource-limited settings, exploring combined vaccine approaches for multiple diseases that affect livestock, including Rift Valley fever and Lumpy Skin disease.
