pathogen
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On average, a species acquires one additional human-infecting pathogen for every decade it is present in the global wildlife trade.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
Carlson said one of the most striking findings was how strongly time in trade predicted pathogen sharing.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
By combining genetic, archaeological, environmental, and pathogen data, the study reveals how ancient communities dealt with overlapping challenges such as climate instability, food stress, and disease.
From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026
She added that the drugs did not provide effective coverage against a Gram-positive organism, which was the most likely pathogen causing the infection.
From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026
The first is the lack of acquired immunity—immunity gained from a previous exposure to a pathogen.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
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Common Senses: Path ("Feeling")
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