Publications by authors named "Marie-Claire Endengue Zanga"
Molecular characterization of enteroviruses circulating among pigs and goats in two Central African countries, Cameroon and the Central African Republic.
Abdou Fatawou Modiyinji Marie-Line Joffret Marina Prisca de Marguerite Nombot-Yazenguet Marie-Claire Endengue Zanga Serge Sadeuh-Mba
Access Microbiol
January 2025
To date, data on animal enteroviruses (EVs) are scarce, especially in Central Africa. The aim of this study was to characterize EVs among pigs and goats in Cameroon and the Central African Republic (CAR). A total of 226 pig and goat faecal samples collected in two previous studies carried out in Cameroon and CAR were pooled and screened with molecular assays targeting EV-Es, EV-Fs and EV-Gs.
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- The study sequenced part of the E1 envelope protein gene from two chikungunya virus (CHIKV) samples collected during the 2020 outbreak in Chad.
- Phylogenetic analysis indicated that the viruses were part of the East/Central/South African genotype and did not have specific mutations known for enhancing adaptability and transmission.
- The findings provide important genetic information that can help monitor the evolution of the virus in future outbreaks in the region.