Schmallenberg virus: Responding to the challenge.

The authors discuss a study which reviewed the emergence of Schmallenberg virus (SBV) in Great Britain and mainland European livestock, by Tarlinton and colleagues, published within the issue. They commend the researchers for demonstrating the relevance of scientific knowledge and resources, and of working together to address an outbreak. They also emphasize the role of disseminating peer-reviewed data relating to emerging diseases.