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Daniel Streicker is a Professor of Viral Ecology (Infectious Disease Ecology) at the University of Glasgow, affiliated with the MRC-Centre for Virus Research. He leads the Streicker Group, which focuses on the ecology of viral transmission between wildlife and humans, with particular emphasis on bat-borne diseases.
His research interests span Spatial epidemiology, ecology and control of vampire bat rabies, Metagenomic tracking of viral emergence between bats and livestock, Bat influenza, Vampire bat population genetics, and Virome networks as a tool for anticipating pathogen spread. His work integrates field studies with computational modeling to understand and predict viral spillover events.
The most recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on viral emergence, zoonotic disease dynamics, and innovative approaches to disease control. His research spans virology, ecology, epidemiology, and public health, with particular emphasis on bat-virus systems. Key themes include viral evolution across host species, spatial epidemiology of rabies in vampire bats, transmissible vaccine development, and predicting zoonotic potential of novel viruses.
Professor Streicker collaborates extensively with researchers across the globe, particularly in Latin America where much of his field work on vampire bats and rabies takes place. His research has significant implications for public health policy and wildlife disease management, particularly in the context of the One Health approach that recognizes the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health.
