New nomenclature system for A/H9 avian influenza virus clades and lineages.
- Early release articles are not final versions and may undergo changes before the official release online.
- A/H9 subtype avian influenza viruses are increasingly threatening domestic birds and humans, prompting countries to adopt vaccination policies against these viruses.
- A consortium of scientists established a unified system for classifying A/H9 viruses to improve tracking and monitoring of the virus globally.
- The system includes a nomenclature based on HA gene sequences, identifying 3 main lineages (Y, G, B) and several clades within each lineage.
- An online tool has been developed to automate the classification of A/H9 influenza viruses, making it easier for researchers to navigate the classification system and track emerging clades.
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Infectious Diseases, Public Health & Prevention