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Global Virus Network Adds Six Centers of Excellence and New Affiliate Across Four Continents
Global Virus Network Adds Six Centers of Excellence and New Affiliate Across Four Continents New members bring expertise in emerging viruses, surveillance, respiratory and arboviral diseases, One Health, antiviral development and pandemic preparedness TAMPA, Fla., October 13, 2026 — The Global Virus Network (GVN), a coalition of leading medical virologists representing more than 100 Centers…
Read More50 years ago, my colleagues and I pursued basic research science that became revolutionary
Featured in STAT 50 years ago, my colleagues and I pursued basic research science that became revolutionary When we found interleukin-2, we didn’t know it would be critical to HIV, cancer treatment, and more By Robert C. Gallo, Oct. 9, 2026. We are pleased to share a new commentary by Robert C. Gallo, MD, GVN…
Read MoreGlobal Virus Network Statement on H5N1 Detections in Australian Mammals
Global Virus Network Statement on H5N1 Detections in Australian Mammals Latest detection in an endangered Australian sea lion follows infections in fur seals, a dolphin and foxes TAMPA, Fla. (September 18, 2026) — The Global Virus Network (GVN) is closely monitoring detections of highly pathogenic avian influenza A (H5N1), commonly known as bird flu, in…
Read MoreFifty years after landmark IL-2 discovery, Global Virus Network scientists reflect on a breakthrough that transformed medicine
Photo credit: USF Health Fifty years after landmark IL-2 discovery, Global Virus Network scientists reflect on a breakthrough that transformed medicine A new Landmark Perspective in Science explores how Robert C. Gallo’s fundamental research opened new frontiers in virology, immunology and cancer therapy TAMPA, Fla. (Sept. 14, 2026) — A pioneering and transformational discovery made…
Read MoreGlobal Virus Network with the Support of the University of South Florida Brings Florida High School Students to the Front Lines of Pandemic Preparedness
Photo credit: USF Health Global Virus Network with the Support of the University of South Florida Brings Florida High School Students to the Front Lines of Pandemic Preparedness TAMPA, Fla. (July 30, 2026) —Thirty outstanding high school students from 18 communities across Florida arrived in Tampa last week for the Global Virus Network (GVN) Global Guardians for Pandemic Preparedness Program, curious about…
Read MoreGVN Ebola Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions: 2026 Ebola (Bundibugyo Strain) Outbreak Wednesday, June 24, 2026 12:39 EDT PM Frequently Asked Questions: 2026 Ebola (Bundibugyo Strain) Outbreak What is the current trajectory of the outbreak? The outbreak appears to be ongoing with no clear evidence yet of sustained decline. Improved diagnostic capacity is influencing the apparent case counts in…
Read MoreGVN to Host International Media Briefing on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
2026 GVN Ebola Q&A Full Video RecordingZoom AI Companion Summary Zoom Transcript Global Virus Network to Host International Media Briefing on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo On Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 8:00–9:00 a.m. EDT / 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM GMT, frontline experts from the DRC, WHO, Africa CDC, and…
Read MoreGlobal Virus Network opens International Headquarters at University of South Florida
GVN and USF leadership cut the ribbon to officially open GVN’s International Headquarters at the USF Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation (ITVI). Global Virus Network opens International Headquarters at University of South Florida Tampa, FL (March 9, 2026) — The Global Virus Network (GVN) marked the opening of its International Headquarters on March 5…
Read MoreGlobal Virus Network Statement on Nipah Virus Outbreak
Global Virus Network Statement on Nipah Virus Outbreak Tampa, FL, USA, January 30, 2026: The Global Virus Network (GVN), representing eminent human and animal virologists from more than 90 Centers of Excellence and Affiliates in over 40 countries dedicated to advancing research, collaboration, and pandemic preparedness, is monitoring reports of a Nipah virus outbreak in…
Read MoreTraining the Next Generation of Translational Virologists: Reflections from the 2025 Global Virus Network Short Course
Training the Next Generation of Translational Virologists: Reflections from the 2025 Global Virus Network Short Course Tampa, FL, USA – January 27, 2026 – The Global Virus Network’s (GVN) 2025 Short Course in Translational Virology brought together a remarkable international cohort in December 2025 for eight days of scientific immersion, mentorship, and hands-on learning at…
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