Overview

Our group investigates viral pathogens through a One Health lens, integrating metagenomics and metatranscriptomics to link human, animal and environmental health. We explore virus discovery, zoonotic transmission and the conditions that drive emergence. By characterising the virome of humans, wildlife, livestock and sentinel species, we assess spillover risks and identify early warning signs. We study how deforestation, agriculture and climate change alter ecosystems and intensify host–pathogen contact. Using phylogeography, we trace viral spread across landscapes shaped by trade, migration and ecological barriers. To anticipate threats like Disease X, we build predictive models and early-warning systems based on viral traits and ecological risk. Through global collaboration, we develop strategies to prevent spillovers, monitor outbreaks and protect planetary health.