An AIDS-like virus that is plaguing Australia’s koala population is leaving them more vulnerable to chlamydia and other threatening health conditions, University of Queensland research has found.
Dr Chappell and Dr Michaela Blyton, from AIBN and the School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences, made this discovery after studying more than 150 koalas admitted to Currumbin Wildlife Hospital.
Dr Chappell said this study could have far reaching impacts and lead to better protective measures like breeding programs and new anti-viral medications.
Last updated:
29 June 2022