About > Mission Mission To combat viral diseases through international collaborative research, surveillance, healthcare and public health solutions, professional training, public education, and policy guidance. GVN meets its mission in three ways: Research Support GVN promotes the development of pathogenesis discovery, better diagnostics, antiviral drugs, vaccines, and more. Training and Education GVN supports its scientists in many ways and provides opportunities for tomorrow's leaders in virology Communication and Engagement GVN works with governments, institutions, and funding agencies to ensure research and training budgets meet the critical demands of today.We provide authoritative science-driven information and advice to the public and policymakers about viruses and vaccines