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Background:

  • Infectious diseases, particularly zoonotic diseases, represent a significant global health security threat.
  • Wildlife populations are increasingly exposed to novel pathogens due to land-use change, human encroachment, and climate change.
  • Existing research on ecosystem restoration's impact on zoonotic spillover is fragmented and lacks a clear framework.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address the scattered and inconclusive scientific literature on ecosystem restoration and zoonotic spillover.
  • To provide a conceptual framework and practical guidance for evaluating restoration's effects on zoonotic disease risks.
  • To highlight critical considerations for integrating restoration efforts with global health security.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and synthesis of existing research on ecosystem restoration and zoonotic diseases.
  • Development of a six-point framework for assessing the impacts of ecosystem restoration on zoonotic disease dynamics.
  • Identification of key factors influencing the relationship between restoration activities and pathogen spillover.

Main Results:

  • The relationship between ecosystem restoration and zoonotic spillover is complex and requires careful consideration of multiple factors.
  • Six critical considerations were identified: assessment of targets, time lags, trophic rewilding, study design, confounding drivers, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Ignoring these considerations can diminish the scientific value of restoration and hinder global health efforts.

Conclusions:

  • Effective ecosystem restoration requires a strategic approach that explicitly considers zoonotic disease risks.
  • Implementing the proposed framework can enhance the efficacy of restoration projects in mitigating disease spillover.
  • Integrating ecological restoration with public health initiatives is crucial for safeguarding global health and biodiversity.