Distinguished Virologist Valerian Dolja to Speak Today on Global RNA Virome

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Valerian Dolja

The Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology is excited to welcome Valerian Dolja, a leading expert in plant virology, for a seminar titled "Diversity and Evolution of the Global RNA Virome: From Bacteriophages to Viruses of Plants and Animals." This event will take place at 3:30 p.m. today, Tuesday, Nov. 12, in Plant Science 009, offering an in-depth exploration of the vast and evolving world of RNA viruses across diverse biological kingdoms.

Dolja's research has greatly advanced our understanding of virus-host interactions, viral evolution and the implications of RNA virome diversity on global health and agriculture. His lecture promises to provide a comprehensive overview of RNA viruses, from bacteriophages to viruses affecting plants and animals, and to shed light on their roles in ecological and evolutionary processes.

The seminar will conclude with a Q&A session, inviting attendees to discuss the implications of Dolja's findings and engage with the complexities of viral evolution in the context of global biodiversity.

Event Details:

• Date: Tuesday, Nov. 12
• Time: 3-5 p.m.
• Location: Plant Science Building, room 009, U of A
• Zoom Meeting ID: 854 3557 9085 (email enpl@uark.edu for passcode)

This seminar is open to the public, and all students, faculty and community members are encouraged to attend.

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