Why the Hepatitis E Virus Cannot Infect Mice
July 29, 2026
July 29, 2026
BOCHUM, Germany, July 29 -- The University in Bochum issued the following news release:
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Why the Hepatitis E Virus Cannot Infect Mice
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Mouse liver cells are not a suitable host for hepatitis E viruses. The Virology department in Bochum has discovered why.
Many viruses can infect both humans and animals, including hepatitis E virus. This virus is often transmitted to humans via contaminated meat products, such as when ingestin . . .
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Why the Hepatitis E Virus Cannot Infect Mice
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Mouse liver cells are not a suitable host for hepatitis E viruses. The Virology department in Bochum has discovered why.
Many viruses can infect both humans and animals, including hepatitis E virus. This virus is often transmitted to humans via contaminated meat products, such as when ingestin . . .