The Swine it Podcast Show Canada - Dr. Anastasia Vlasova: Understanding Rotavirus in Swine | Ep. 152
Feb 12, 2026In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Anastasia Vlasova from The Ohio State University breaks down what rotaviruses are, how they affect pigs, and why they matter for swine health and productivity. She discusses virus diversity, transmission pathways, challenges in prevention, and how new vaccine technologies and diagnostic tools can shape the future of control strategies. Listen now on all major platforms!
What you'll learn:
- Rotavirus explained
- Virus spread and persistence
- Immunity and vaccination
- Diagnostic approaches
- Future control strategies
Meet the guest:
Dr. Anastasia Vlasova is an Associate Professor at The Ohio State University’s Center for Food Animal Health. She earned her Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Virology from the Ivanovsky Institute for Virology. With over 20 years of experience in virology and swine diseases, her research focuses on the molecular biology and immunology of enteric viruses in pigs.
Learn more from Dr. Vlasova on The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, available on all major platforms.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn
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