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OverviewThis project aims to develop a bead-based multiplexed serological assay for the differential diagnosis of various flaviviruses. It is suitable for use with samples from pigs and horses.The usefulness of this assay will be compared to existing enzyme linked immunosorbent assays and the gold…
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OverviewThis project aims to build on previous phases of the Australian Biosecurity Genomic Database (ABGD) development project. Phase 3 aims to:add additional viral subtypesexpand the database to include state based notifiable diseasestrial the inclusion of bacterial pathogensdetermine a long-term…
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OverviewThis project aims to establish standardised workflows for using HTS in infectious agent discovery. It will support relevant national diagnostic HTS operating guidelines and improve overall quality assurance. This allows for high confidence when interpreting HTS results.Project Lead:…
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OverviewThis project aims to evaluate and improve current bluetongue virus (BTV) serological capabilities in Australia to support national BTV surveillance and response activities.Project Lead: Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness; Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.Project…
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OverviewThis project aims to further validate the host microRNA biomarker response-based assays previously developed in another project to improve detection of Johne’s disease in cattle.Project Lead: Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness; Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and…
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OverviewThis project aims to enhance our national diagnostic capabilities for glanders at the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness. Glanders is a national notifiable disease caused by the bacterium Burkholderia mallei.Project Lead: Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness; Department of…
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Nationally consistent and regularly updated ground cover information is a critical indicator for environmental targets related to soil erosion and land management in Australia. Ground cover or vegetation cover reduces soil erosion, increases water infiltration, enables carbon sequestration and…
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6 November, 2025This Animal Biosecurity Advice notifies stakeholders of the department’s approval of Malaysia to process Australian-origin prawns that have been exported to Malaysia, processed, then exported back to Australia.The department has undertaken a comprehensive evaluation of Malaysia’s…
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23 October 2025This Biosecurity Advice Notice advises stakeholders that the department will be hosting a workshop for interested stakeholders.This workshop follows the release of the final report for the import risk review for the Importation of live garden snails (Cornu aspersum) for heliciculture…
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