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Similar patterns in spread of pandemics and biological invasions
Pandemics such as COVID-19 and biological invasions have much in common: they are triggered by similar human interventions, and their spread follows similar patterns.
The Asian tiger mosquito is an invasive species that can transmit numerous diseases. | Foto: shutterstock_1264880095.jpg
An international research team including Professor Jonathan Jeschke from IGB has studied the close relationships between infectious diseases and biological invasions. The “One Health” approach is based on the recognition that natural and near-natural ecosystems are essential for human health. It considers the health of humans as well as animals, plants and other elements of the environment to prevent pandemics and the spread of invasive alien species.