Annual Review of Entomology (2008) 53, 61-81

Laura D. Kramer, Linda M. Styer and Gregory D. Ebel (2008)
A global perspective on the epidemiology of west Nile virus
Annual Review of Entomology 53, 61-81
Abstract: West Nile virus (WNV) (Flavivirus: Flaviviridae) is the most widespread arbovirus in the world. A significant range expansion occurred beginning in 1999 when the virus was introduced into New York City. This review highlights recent research into WNV epizootiology and epidemiology, including recent advances in understanding of the host-virus interaction at the molecular, organismal, and ecological levels. Vector control strategies, vaccines, and antivirals, which now must be considered on a global scale, are also discussed.
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Database assignments for author(s): Laura D. Kramer

Research topic(s) for pests/diseases/weeds:
general biology - morphology - evolution

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Pest and/or beneficial records:

Beneficial	Pest/Disease/Weed	Crop/Product	Country	Quarant.
	Culex quinquefasciatus
	Culex tarsalis
	Culex pipiens		U.S.A. (NE)
	Culex nigripalpus
	Aedes albopictus
	Aedes aegypti