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WELCOME TO Members Members of the Global Virus Network are Academic Centers of Excellence, Academic Affiliates, Academic Regional Headquarters, Corporate Partners, Institutional Partners, and, in exceptional circumstances, Individual members. We work with governments, multilateral institutions, private-sector groups, and non-profit organizations to improve medical virology worldwide, call attention to critical research and training needs, and provide…
Read MoreUniversal Access to New Vaccines in 2023: A Necessity for Public Health
A Joint Statement by the World Health Network and Global Virus Network Respiratory virus season in 2023-2024 is a significant challenge in the fight against COVID-19. We know that even mild cases of COVID-19 may affect people’s daily lives for several days or weeks, and we all have seen—even among previously healthy individuals—that the repercussions…
Read MoreTop Virologists to Meet in Monaco to Tackle Ongoing Pandemic Challenges and Emerging Viral Threats
World-Renowned Experts of the Global Virus Network will Discuss Ending Viral Threats Through Global Collaborative Science, Innovation, and Implementation The Global Virus Network (GVN), in partnership with the Centre Scientifique de Monaco (CSM, a GVN Affiliate), the Fondation Prince Albert II de Monaco, and the Princely Government of Monaco, will host the GVN 2023 international…
Read MoreResponding to Long COVID Responsibly
To effectively address the unique challenges presented by Long COVID, the Global Virus Network recommends a unified and integrated approach involving the public, policymakers, and those involved in the research enterprise and in healthcare systems to create and implement policy changes, support continuing research, foster awareness, and advocate for—and initiate—multi-specialty care. *    …
Read MoreForefront Of Virology Webinars
What We Do > Training and Education > Webinars Forefront of Virology Webinars The Global Virus Network hosts a webinar series for virus knowledge-sharing, featuring expert virologists including from GVN Centers of Excellence around the world. The topics range from the COVID-19 pandemic and other human viral threats to the latest scientific progress in virology.…
Read MoreTraining and Education
What We Do > Training and Education Training and Education Training and educating is a core pillar of the Global Virus Network’s mission. In particular, there is a shortage of virologists in basic, clinical and translational research, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. To better prepare the next generation for future global viral threats, senior…
Read MoreFellowships and Grants
What We Do > Training and Education > Fellowships and Grants Fellowships and Grants Through fellowships and grants, the Global Virus Network identifies and supports promising researchers, engaging them with top virology experts and cutting-edge research initiatives. In addition to the postdoctoral GVN Postdoctoral Fellowship Training Program (GPFTP) offered through the GVN Drs. Yang Liu…
Read MoreGVN: Forefront of Virology Webinar Featuring Dr. Michaela Gack
WELCOME TO Dr. Michaela Gack – August 24, 2023 – “Innate and intrinsic host enzymes shaping RNA virus infection” Dr. Michaela Gack, PhD Cleveland Clinic Florida Research & Innovation Center Scientific Director Arthur and Marylin Levitt Endowed Chair GVN Center Director Dr. Gack did her Ph.D. studies in virology at Harvard Medical School as part…
Read MorePerspectives and Positions
What We Do > Perspectives and Positions Perspectives and Positions The Global Virus Network represents the interests of a worldwide network of virologists seeking to end viral threats through collaborative science. As part of our mission, we publish science-driven information, including perspectives and position statements. Position Statements Improving Ventilation and Filtration for Public Health The…
Read MoreTask Forces and Watch Groups
What We Do > Task Forces and Watch Groups Task Forces and Watch Groups Task Forces and Watch Groups are two key activities of the Global Virus Network. Task Forces are formed in response to a specific virus outbreak, epidemic, or pandemic. Watch Groups are focused on seven highly pathogenic virus categories and emerging pathogens:…
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