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  • Veterinary medicine
  • Comparative medicine
  • Biomedical research

Background:

  • The domestic ferret (Mustela putorius furo) has been a research model since 1911.
  • Ferrets are widely used in influenza virus research.
  • Their anatomical, metabolic, and physiological similarities to humans, and susceptibility to pathogens, make them useful for various disease models.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight recent advancements in the use of ferrets as a biomedical research model.
  • To address existing limitations of the ferret model.
  • To accelerate biomedical research utilizing ferrets.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recent scientific literature and research findings.
  • Identification of key advancements in ferret model utility.
  • Analysis of challenges and solutions for ferret model application.

Main Results:

  • Ferret models are crucial for understanding influenza pathogenesis and transmission.
  • Advances are enhancing the application of ferrets in diverse infectious and noninfectious disease research.
  • Overcoming model limitations is key to maximizing its scientific contribution.

Conclusions:

  • Ferret models offer significant potential for biomedical research beyond influenza.
  • Continued advancements will broaden the scope and impact of ferret research.
  • Addressing current limitations is essential for the future utility of this animal model.