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New Bundibugyo Ebola Virus Variant Discovered in Uganda

Published Tuesday, July 21, 2026

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What We Know — Key Points

  • Researchers from the Interdisciplinary Consortium for Epidemic Research and Response (ICER) and collaborating institutions have identified a previously unreported variant of the Bundibugyo Ebola virus (BDBV) linked to the 2026 outbreak in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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    The article emphasizes the importance of scientific collaboration and genomic surveillance in Africa for combating emerging infectious diseases and strengthening epidemic preparedness.

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