bovine spongiform encephalitis

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Noun bovine spongiform encephalitis has 1 sense

bovine spongiform encephalitis, BSE, mad cow disease - a fatal disease of cattle that affects the central nervous system; causes staggering and agitation
--₁ is a kind of animal disease

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Bovine Spongiform Encephalitis

Description:

Bovine Spongiform Encephalitis, commonly referred to as BSE or mad cow disease, is a degenerative neurological disorder affecting cattle. It is caused by an abnormal prion protein which leads to the destruction of brain tissue. BSE belongs to a group of diseases known as transmissible spongiform encephalopathies (TSEs).

Sample Sentences:

The outbreak of bovine spongiform encephalitis had a profound impact on the beef industry.
Scientists are researching the transmission and progression of bovine spongiform encephalitis.
Strict regulations are in place to prevent the spread of bovine spongiform encephalitis to humans.

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