Author Information
Gert Johannes Venter is a distinguished researcher affiliated with the Epidemiology, Parasites and Vectors department at the Agricultural Research Council-Onderstepoort Veterinary Research in Pretoria, South Africa. His work primarily focuses on the study of vector-borne diseases, particularly those associated with the Culicoides species, which are of significant medical and veterinary importance. His contributions to the field are foundational for understanding and managing vector-borne diseases in South Africa.Research Contributions
Gert Johannes Venter has made significant contributions to the field of epidemiology, particularly in the study of Diptera: Ceratopogonidae (biting midges) and their role in the transmission of arboviruses affecting livestock. His research involves evaluating trapping methods, studying vector-host interactions, and exploring the symbiotic relationships that may influence disease transmission. His work has provided insights into vector ecology and has implications for improving pest management and disease surveillance strategies in South Africa and beyond.Aliases
Gert Johannes Venter is also known by various aliases in academic publications, including G. Venter, Gert Venter, Gert J Venter, Gert J. Venter, G Venter, G J Venter, and G. J. Venter. These variations reflect the common practices in author naming across different journals and databases.Publication and Citation Metrics
| Metric |
Value |
| Citation Count |
2367 |
| H-index |
28 |
| Paper Count |
95 |
