“The antiviral functions of the [#BTN3A3] gene appeared 40m years ago in primates,” said Prof #MassimoPalmarini who led the study and is director of Glasgow’s virology research centre.

“Understanding the barriers that block #AvianFlu in humans means better targeted solutions and better control measures to prevent the spillovers." #Viruses

Human gene identified that prevents most #BirdFlu viruses moving to people | #MedicalResearch | The Guardian
https://www.theguardian.com/science/2023/jun/28/human-gene-identified-prevents-most-bird-flu-viruses-moving-to-people