Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Viral Recombination00:57

Viral Recombination

25.2K
Cells are sometimes infected by more than one virus at once. When two viruses disassemble to expose their genomes for replication in the same cell, similar regions of their genomes can pair together and exchange sequences in a process called recombination. Alternatively, viruses with segmented genomes can swap segments in a process called reassortment.
25.2K
Ecological Disturbance02:26

Ecological Disturbance

21.1K
An ecological disturbance is a temporary disruption in the environment resulting from abiotic, biotic, or anthropogenic factors, causing a pronounced change in an ecosystem. The impact of an ecological disturbance, which can depend on its intensity, frequency, and spatial distribution, plays a significant role in shaping the species diversity within the ecosystem.
21.1K
Ecological Succession02:17

Ecological Succession

21.6K
Ecological succession is influenced by the processes of facilitation, inhibition, and toleration. Facilitation occurs when early successional species create more favorable ecological conditions for subsequent species, such as enhanced nutrient, water, or light availability. In contrast, inhibition happens when early successional species create unfavorable ecological conditions for potential successive species, such as limiting resource availability. In some cases, later successional species...
21.6K
Ecological Niches02:02

Ecological Niches

26.7K
All organisms have a position within an ecosystem. The complete set of living and nonliving factors—including food resources, climate, and terrain—that define the position of a given organism are collectively referred to as the organism’s ecological niche.
26.7K
The Evidence for Evolution02:55

The Evidence for Evolution

48.3K
Genetic variations accumulating within populations over generations give rise to biological evolution. Evolutionary changes can result in the formation of novel varieties and entire new species. These changes are responsible for the diverse forms of life inhabiting the planet. The evidence for evolution suggests that all living organisms descended from common ancestors.
48.3K
Convergent Evolution01:54

Convergent Evolution

33.0K
Evolution shapes the features of organisms over time, ensuring that they are suited for the environments in which they live. Sometimes, selection pressure leads to the rise of similar but unrelated adaptations in organisms with no recent common ancestors, a process known as convergent evolution.
33.0K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

A geothermal amoeba sets a new upper temperature limit for eukaryotes.

bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology·2025
Same author

Complete genome sequence of <i>Saccharolobus solfataricus</i> strain S441, from Lassen Volcanic National Park.

Microbiology resource announcements·2025
Same author

CRUISE, a Tool for the Detection of Iterons in Circular Rep-Encoding Single-Stranded DNA Viruses.

Microbiology resource announcements·2022
Same author

Bacterial Viruses Subcommittee and Archaeal Viruses Subcommittee of the ICTV: update of taxonomy changes in 2021.

Archives of virology·2021
Same author

Best Practices for Successfully Writing and Publishing a Genome Announcement in <i>Microbiology Resource Announcements</i>.

Microbiology resource announcements·2020
Same author

Unveiling Crucivirus Diversity by Mining Metagenomic Data.

mBio·2020
Same journal

Correction: Bulatov et al. Camelpox Virus in Western Kazakhstan: Assessment of the Role of Local Fauna as Reservoirs of Infection. <i>Viruses</i> 2024, <i>16</i>, 1626.

Viruses·2026
Same journal

Correction: Franco et al. Whole Blood Volume-Based Absolute Quantification of HTLV-1 Proviral Load: A Comparative Method Evaluation Study. <i>Viruses</i> 2026, <i>18</i>, 580.

Viruses·2026
Same journal

Correction: Medkour et al. Adenovirus Infections in African Humans and Wild Non-Human Primates: Great Diversity and Cross-Species Transmission. <i>Viruses</i> 2020, <i>12</i>, 657.

Viruses·2026
Same journal

Burden of Malaria and Dengue Across Global, Asian, and Chinese Populations Based on GBD 2021 Data: A Quantitative Assessment of Importation Risks to China.

Viruses·2026
Same journal

First Report of <i>Orthonairovirus songlingense</i> in <i>Haemaphysalis concinna</i> Ticks from Russia.

Viruses·2026
Same journal

Epidemiological and Virological Characteristics of H9N2 Avian Influenza Virus in Jiangsu Province, China, 2024.

Viruses·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 8, 2026

Production and Titering of Recombinant Adeno-associated Viral Vectors
08:35

Production and Titering of Recombinant Adeno-associated Viral Vectors

Published on: November 27, 2011

62.7K

Viral Recombination: Ecology, Evolution, and Pathogenesis.

Kenneth M Stedman1

  • 1Center for Life in Extreme Environments, Department of Biology, Portland State University, 1719 SW 10th Avenue-P.O. Box 751, Portland, OR 97207-0751, USA. kstedman@pdx.edu.

Viruses
|July 11, 2018
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Virus genome recombination is a key driver of viral evolution. Understanding these genetic exchange mechanisms is crucial for predicting virus adaptation and spread.

More Related Videos

Molecular Evolution of the Tre Recombinase
12:02

Molecular Evolution of the Tre Recombinase

Published on: May 29, 2008

10.1K
Development of an Alpha-synuclein Based Rat Model for Parkinson's Disease via Stereotactic Injection of a Recombinant Adeno-associated Viral Vector
08:33

Development of an Alpha-synuclein Based Rat Model for Parkinson's Disease via Stereotactic Injection of a Recombinant Adeno-associated Viral Vector

Published on: February 28, 2016

13.8K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 8, 2026

Production and Titering of Recombinant Adeno-associated Viral Vectors
08:35

Production and Titering of Recombinant Adeno-associated Viral Vectors

Published on: November 27, 2011

62.7K
Molecular Evolution of the Tre Recombinase
12:02

Molecular Evolution of the Tre Recombinase

Published on: May 29, 2008

10.1K
Development of an Alpha-synuclein Based Rat Model for Parkinson's Disease via Stereotactic Injection of a Recombinant Adeno-associated Viral Vector
08:33

Development of an Alpha-synuclein Based Rat Model for Parkinson's Disease via Stereotactic Injection of a Recombinant Adeno-associated Viral Vector

Published on: February 28, 2016

13.8K

Area of Science:

  • Virology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Evolutionary Biology

Background:

  • Recombination, the exchange of genetic material, is a fundamental process in biology.
  • Its role in virus evolution is gaining significant attention.
  • Both inter- and intra-genomic recombination events are observed in viral populations.

Discussion:

  • Recombination significantly impacts viral genetic diversity.
  • It can lead to the emergence of novel viral strains with altered properties.
  • Understanding recombination is vital for predicting viral evolution and disease outbreaks.

Key Insights:

  • Recombination between and within virus genomes is a major force shaping viral evolution.
  • This process facilitates rapid adaptation and the emergence of new viral variants.
  • The frequency and impact of recombination vary across different virus types.

Outlook:

  • Further research into viral recombination mechanisms is essential.
  • This knowledge will aid in developing effective antiviral strategies and vaccines.
  • Monitoring recombination patterns can help predict future viral threats.