Global Virus Network
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A global non-profit network of expert virologists advancing pandemic preparedness through education and training, research, and global health strategies and solutions that inform policy, foster alliances, and combat misinformation.
Interested in science communication, public health, or global health? Apply for #GVN's paid Science & Public Health Communications Assistant Internship. Remote, semester-based, and open to students at eligible GVN-affiliated institutions.
Learn more: https://gvn.org/careers/
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October 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Interested in science communication, public health, or global health? Apply for #GVN's paid Science & Public Health Communications Assistant Internship. Remote, semester-based, and open to students at eligible GVN-affiliated institutions.
Learn more: https://gvn.org/careers/
Learn more: https://gvn.org/careers/
Effective science communication can shape public understanding and public health outcomes. GVN's Dr. Elizabeth Traverse will present "Modern Virology and Public Health Communication Strategies" at the 2026 GVN Online Short Course, Nov. 2-6.
https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
October 8, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Effective science communication can shape public understanding and public health outcomes. GVN's Dr. Elizabeth Traverse will present "Modern Virology and Public Health Communication Strategies" at the 2026 GVN Online Short Course, Nov. 2-6.
https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Fee waivers and scholarship opportunities are now available for the 2026 #GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology.
#LMIC applicants qualify for an automatic application fee waiver and may be eligible for scholarship support.
Learn more: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
#LMIC applicants qualify for an automatic application fee waiver and may be eligible for scholarship support.
Learn more: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
October 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Fee waivers and scholarship opportunities are now available for the 2026 #GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology.
#LMIC applicants qualify for an automatic application fee waiver and may be eligible for scholarship support.
Learn more: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
#LMIC applicants qualify for an automatic application fee waiver and may be eligible for scholarship support.
Learn more: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Join us for the #GVN Forefront of Virology Webinar on 10/28/26, 4 PM ET with Pritha Sharma, MD, MPH of Yale New Haven Health.
"Integrating Wastewater & Airborne Surveillance: From Environmental Detection to Public Health Action"
Register: https://ow.ly/H3GP50ZUxJA
"Integrating Wastewater & Airborne Surveillance: From Environmental Detection to Public Health Action"
Register: https://ow.ly/H3GP50ZUxJA
October 6, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Join us for the #GVN Forefront of Virology Webinar on 10/28/26, 4 PM ET with Pritha Sharma, MD, MPH of Yale New Haven Health.
"Integrating Wastewater & Airborne Surveillance: From Environmental Detection to Public Health Action"
Register: https://ow.ly/H3GP50ZUxJA
"Integrating Wastewater & Airborne Surveillance: From Environmental Detection to Public Health Action"
Register: https://ow.ly/H3GP50ZUxJA
What drives viruses to emerge and spread? Join Dr. William De Souza (University of Kentucky) at the 2026 #GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology for "Oropouche Virus" and "Drivers of Viral Spillover."
Nov. 2-6. https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Nov. 2-6. https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
October 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM
What drives viruses to emerge and spread? Join Dr. William De Souza (University of Kentucky) at the 2026 #GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology for "Oropouche Virus" and "Drivers of Viral Spillover."
Nov. 2-6. https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Nov. 2-6. https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
As AI becomes a growing part of research and healthcare, understanding its responsible use is essential. Join Dr. Karni Chagal-Feferkorn (University of South Florida) at the 2026 #GVN Online Short Course for "Responsible AI Use and Legal Liability."
Nov. 2-6: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Nov. 2-6: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
October 5, 2026 at 1:00 PM
As AI becomes a growing part of research and healthcare, understanding its responsible use is essential. Join Dr. Karni Chagal-Feferkorn (University of South Florida) at the 2026 #GVN Online Short Course for "Responsible AI Use and Legal Liability."
Nov. 2-6: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Nov. 2-6: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Mark your calendars! The GVN 2027 Annual International Scientific Meeting will take place in Singapore, May 10-12, 2027 with the theme of Emerging Viral Threats: From Spillover to Global Preparedness. More information will be shared soon.
#GVN2027Singapore
#GVN2027Singapore
October 5, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Mark your calendars! The GVN 2027 Annual International Scientific Meeting will take place in Singapore, May 10-12, 2027 with the theme of Emerging Viral Threats: From Spillover to Global Preparedness. More information will be shared soon.
#GVN2027Singapore
#GVN2027Singapore
Application fee waivers and scholarship opportunities are available for the 2026 #GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology. Applicants from #LMICs qualify for an automatic fee waiver and may be eligible for scholarship support.
Apply by Oct 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Apply by Oct 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
October 4, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Application fee waivers and scholarship opportunities are available for the 2026 #GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology. Applicants from #LMICs qualify for an automatic fee waiver and may be eligible for scholarship support.
Apply by Oct 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Apply by Oct 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
#GVNMilestones
From international scientific meetings to outbreak communications and expert media commentary, GVN helps connect scientists, inform the public, and promote evidence-based responses to viral threats.
Explore the GVN Milestones: https://gvn.org/gvn-milestones/
From international scientific meetings to outbreak communications and expert media commentary, GVN helps connect scientists, inform the public, and promote evidence-based responses to viral threats.
Explore the GVN Milestones: https://gvn.org/gvn-milestones/
October 4, 2026 at 9:00 AM
#GVNMilestones
From international scientific meetings to outbreak communications and expert media commentary, GVN helps connect scientists, inform the public, and promote evidence-based responses to viral threats.
Explore the GVN Milestones: https://gvn.org/gvn-milestones/
From international scientific meetings to outbreak communications and expert media commentary, GVN helps connect scientists, inform the public, and promote evidence-based responses to viral threats.
Explore the GVN Milestones: https://gvn.org/gvn-milestones/
#GVNMilestones
Through the GVN Academy, mentorship programs, training initiatives, and Global Guardians for Pandemic Preparedness, GVN is helping prepare the next generation of virology and public health leaders.
Explore the GVN Milestones: https://gvn.org/gvn-milestones/
Through the GVN Academy, mentorship programs, training initiatives, and Global Guardians for Pandemic Preparedness, GVN is helping prepare the next generation of virology and public health leaders.
Explore the GVN Milestones: https://gvn.org/gvn-milestones/
October 3, 2026 at 9:00 AM
#GVNMilestones
Through the GVN Academy, mentorship programs, training initiatives, and Global Guardians for Pandemic Preparedness, GVN is helping prepare the next generation of virology and public health leaders.
Explore the GVN Milestones: https://gvn.org/gvn-milestones/
Through the GVN Academy, mentorship programs, training initiatives, and Global Guardians for Pandemic Preparedness, GVN is helping prepare the next generation of virology and public health leaders.
Explore the GVN Milestones: https://gvn.org/gvn-milestones/
How do scientists track viruses as they evolve? Join Dr. Suzane Silbert (USF Health; Tampa General Hospital) at the 2026 GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology for "COVID Genomic Surveillance."
Online Nov. 2-6. Apply by Oct. 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Online Nov. 2-6. Apply by Oct. 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
October 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM
How do scientists track viruses as they evolve? Join Dr. Suzane Silbert (USF Health; Tampa General Hospital) at the 2026 GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology for "COVID Genomic Surveillance."
Online Nov. 2-6. Apply by Oct. 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Online Nov. 2-6. Apply by Oct. 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Go beyond the laboratory and explore "International Community and Population Based Research" with Dr. Arlene Calvo (USF Health) at the 2026 #GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology.
Online Nov. 2-6.
Apply by Oct. 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Online Nov. 2-6.
Apply by Oct. 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
October 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Go beyond the laboratory and explore "International Community and Population Based Research" with Dr. Arlene Calvo (USF Health) at the 2026 #GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology.
Online Nov. 2-6.
Apply by Oct. 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Online Nov. 2-6.
Apply by Oct. 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
As #H5N1 spreads among Australian wildlife, #GVN experts are emphasizing the importance of surveillance, genomic monitoring, and global data sharing. A new Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News article explores what these detections may mean for animal and human health.
https://ow.ly/qMZ750ZQgrm
https://ow.ly/qMZ750ZQgrm
October 1, 2026 at 9:00 AM
As #H5N1 spreads among Australian wildlife, #GVN experts are emphasizing the importance of surveillance, genomic monitoring, and global data sharing. A new Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News article explores what these detections may mean for animal and human health.
https://ow.ly/qMZ750ZQgrm
https://ow.ly/qMZ750ZQgrm
Fee waivers and scholarship opportunities are now available for the 2026 #GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology.
#LMIC applicants qualify for an automatic application fee waiver and may be eligible for scholarship support.
Learn more: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
#LMIC applicants qualify for an automatic application fee waiver and may be eligible for scholarship support.
Learn more: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
September 30, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Fee waivers and scholarship opportunities are now available for the 2026 #GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology.
#LMIC applicants qualify for an automatic application fee waiver and may be eligible for scholarship support.
Learn more: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
#LMIC applicants qualify for an automatic application fee waiver and may be eligible for scholarship support.
Learn more: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Gain insights into "HPV Epidemiology" with Dr. Anna Giuliano (Moffitt Cancer Center) at the 2026 GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology.
Join us online Nov. 2-6 and apply by Oct. 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Join us online Nov. 2-6 and apply by Oct. 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
September 30, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Gain insights into "HPV Epidemiology" with Dr. Anna Giuliano (Moffitt Cancer Center) at the 2026 GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology.
Join us online Nov. 2-6 and apply by Oct. 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Join us online Nov. 2-6 and apply by Oct. 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Global collaboration is key to tracking #dengue across the Americas. A new #USFHealth article highlights how #GVN partnerships support surveillance, research, and prevention efforts, while addressing recent dengue cases in Hillsborough County, Florida.
https://ow.ly/qweV50ZONCP
https://ow.ly/qweV50ZONCP
September 29, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Global collaboration is key to tracking #dengue across the Americas. A new #USFHealth article highlights how #GVN partnerships support surveillance, research, and prevention efforts, while addressing recent dengue cases in Hillsborough County, Florida.
https://ow.ly/qweV50ZONCP
https://ow.ly/qweV50ZONCP
It’s #WorldRabiesDay. Rabies is still fatal but 100% preventable. #GVN supports vaccines & community action for a rabies-free future.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/kCX550WUyNT | https://ow.ly/FkyG50WUyNS
Learn more: https://ow.ly/kCX550WUyNT | https://ow.ly/FkyG50WUyNS
September 28, 2026 at 1:30 PM
It’s #WorldRabiesDay. Rabies is still fatal but 100% preventable. #GVN supports vaccines & community action for a rabies-free future.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/kCX550WUyNT | https://ow.ly/FkyG50WUyNS
Learn more: https://ow.ly/kCX550WUyNT | https://ow.ly/FkyG50WUyNS
Join Dr. Gene D. Morse (University at Buffalo) for two presentations, "International Research Funding" and "Anti-Retrovirals and Public Health," at the 2026 GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology, Nov. 2-6.
Apply by Oct. 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Apply by Oct. 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
September 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Join Dr. Gene D. Morse (University at Buffalo) for two presentations, "International Research Funding" and "Anti-Retrovirals and Public Health," at the 2026 GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology, Nov. 2-6.
Apply by Oct. 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Apply by Oct. 23: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
#GVNMilestones
During and beyond COVID-19, GVN convened global experts to advance scientific collaboration on SARS-CoV-2, innate immunity, Long COVID, vaccines, therapeutics, and pandemic preparedness.
Explore the GVN Milestones: https://gvn.org/gvn-milestones/
During and beyond COVID-19, GVN convened global experts to advance scientific collaboration on SARS-CoV-2, innate immunity, Long COVID, vaccines, therapeutics, and pandemic preparedness.
Explore the GVN Milestones: https://gvn.org/gvn-milestones/
September 27, 2026 at 9:00 AM
#GVNMilestones
During and beyond COVID-19, GVN convened global experts to advance scientific collaboration on SARS-CoV-2, innate immunity, Long COVID, vaccines, therapeutics, and pandemic preparedness.
Explore the GVN Milestones: https://gvn.org/gvn-milestones/
During and beyond COVID-19, GVN convened global experts to advance scientific collaboration on SARS-CoV-2, innate immunity, Long COVID, vaccines, therapeutics, and pandemic preparedness.
Explore the GVN Milestones: https://gvn.org/gvn-milestones/
#GVNMilestones
From establishing a global Zika serum bank to elevating HTLV-1 as a public health priority & mobilizing experts through its Action Committees, GVN helps strengthen the world's response to emerging viral threats.
Explore the GVN Milestones: https://gvn.org/gvn-milestones/
From establishing a global Zika serum bank to elevating HTLV-1 as a public health priority & mobilizing experts through its Action Committees, GVN helps strengthen the world's response to emerging viral threats.
Explore the GVN Milestones: https://gvn.org/gvn-milestones/
September 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM
#GVNMilestones
From establishing a global Zika serum bank to elevating HTLV-1 as a public health priority & mobilizing experts through its Action Committees, GVN helps strengthen the world's response to emerging viral threats.
Explore the GVN Milestones: https://gvn.org/gvn-milestones/
From establishing a global Zika serum bank to elevating HTLV-1 as a public health priority & mobilizing experts through its Action Committees, GVN helps strengthen the world's response to emerging viral threats.
Explore the GVN Milestones: https://gvn.org/gvn-milestones/
#GVN supports PAHO & Africa CDC’s call for sustained investment in #PandemicPreparedness & stronger Africa-Americas collaboration. Preparedness requires ongoing investment in surveillance, labs, & rapid response capacity before crises emerge.
Read: https://ow.ly/namr50ZRvoJ
Read: https://ow.ly/namr50ZRvoJ
September 25, 2026 at 4:30 PM
#GVN supports PAHO & Africa CDC’s call for sustained investment in #PandemicPreparedness & stronger Africa-Americas collaboration. Preparedness requires ongoing investment in surveillance, labs, & rapid response capacity before crises emerge.
Read: https://ow.ly/namr50ZRvoJ
Read: https://ow.ly/namr50ZRvoJ
Join #GVN Co-Founder Dr. Robert Gallo (USF Health ITVI; TGH Cancer Institute) at the 2026 GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology, where he will present "HIV and Human Retrovirus Discovery."
Join us online Nov. 2-6: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Join us online Nov. 2-6: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
September 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Join #GVN Co-Founder Dr. Robert Gallo (USF Health ITVI; TGH Cancer Institute) at the 2026 GVN Online Short Course in Translational Virology, where he will present "HIV and Human Retrovirus Discovery."
Join us online Nov. 2-6: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
Join us online Nov. 2-6: https://gvn.org/activities/nurture/
In a new #GVN interview, Africa CDC's Prof. Yap Boum II discusses the DRC's #Bundibugyo #Ebola outbreak, vaccine research, community engagement, and why every response should strengthen health systems for the next outbreak.
Read more: https://ow.ly/kmbw50ZQXQo
Read more: https://ow.ly/kmbw50ZQXQo
September 24, 2026 at 2:45 PM
In a new #GVN interview, Africa CDC's Prof. Yap Boum II discusses the DRC's #Bundibugyo #Ebola outbreak, vaccine research, community engagement, and why every response should strengthen health systems for the next outbreak.
Read more: https://ow.ly/kmbw50ZQXQo
Read more: https://ow.ly/kmbw50ZQXQo
Medical Express highlights a new GVN release on the 50th anniversary of IL-2, a discovery by Dr. Robert Gallo and colleagues that helped establish human retrovirology, advance HIV research, and pave the way for modern cancer immunotherapy.
Read: https://ow.ly/OhA450ZOs8Y
Read: https://ow.ly/OhA450ZOs8Y
September 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Medical Express highlights a new GVN release on the 50th anniversary of IL-2, a discovery by Dr. Robert Gallo and colleagues that helped establish human retrovirology, advance HIV research, and pave the way for modern cancer immunotherapy.
Read: https://ow.ly/OhA450ZOs8Y
Read: https://ow.ly/OhA450ZOs8Y
Interested in science communication, public health, or global health? Apply for #GVN's paid Science & Public Health Communications Assistant Internship. Remote, semester-based, and open to students at eligible GVN-affiliated institutions.
Learn more: https://gvn.org/careers/
Learn more: https://gvn.org/careers/
September 23, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Interested in science communication, public health, or global health? Apply for #GVN's paid Science & Public Health Communications Assistant Internship. Remote, semester-based, and open to students at eligible GVN-affiliated institutions.
Learn more: https://gvn.org/careers/
Learn more: https://gvn.org/careers/