John Pettersson, a researcher from Uppsala University, delves into alarming findings from China regarding viruses in fur-farmed animals like minks and raccoon dogs. He highlights their potential to cross species barriers and pose serious threats to humans. The conversation also covers the innovative Pathoplexus virus database designed for faster gene sequence sharing. Additionally, the podcast discusses a promising new monkeypox vaccine from Moderna and intriguing insights into how parental communication shapes the behavior of gull chicks.