International Congress for Tropical Medicine and Malaria (ICTMM2024)
About The Congress. The 21st International Congress for Tropical Medicine and Malaria (ICTMM2024) will be held at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia. ICTMM is one of the largest tropical medicine congresses in the world, bringing together thousands of researchers, experts, policymakers, stakeholders, and international authorities in the field of tropical medicine and malaria. For more information, please visit: https://ictmm2024.org/ ...
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Joint International Tropical Medicine Meeting (JITMM 2024)
Registration and Abstract Submission are now open! You can now register for JITMM 2024! We offer various registration options including discounted rates for students and participants from ASEAN and LMICs. Early bird discounts are available until 31 October 2024. Check our registration rates at https://jitmm.com/Home/displayContent?cpID=12 To register, create an account or log in at www.jitmm.com With the theme, “Advancements in Tropical Medicine: On the Horizon”, JITMM 2024 will peek into the future of tropical medicine research by highlighting the latest breakthroughs and innovations in tackling tropical diseases. We invite researchers, scientist, students, and health practitioners to submit their abstracts and present their research at the global stage! The deadline for abstract submission is on 15 September 2024. Read our submission guidelines for more information. Call for Young Investigator Awards application Students and postdoctoral researchers are invited to apply for the Young Investigator Awards. Applicants with outstanding research will present in the Young Investigator Awards session. The application closes on 15 September 2024. Read the eligibility criteria and application process here ...
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Infectious Disease Modelling Conference 2024 (IDM 2024)
Join us for the Infectious Disease Modelling Conference 2024 (IDM 2024), which will be held in person only at Millennium Hilton Bangkok, Thailand, from 6-8 November 2024. Please visit for more information: https://idmconference.net Background: The Infectious Disease Modelling Conference 2024 places a special emphasis on infectious disease modelling that informs health policymaking. This three-day conference provides a unique platform to share the latest ideas, data, methods, models and insights with academics, researchers, health professionals and policymakers worldwide, with a focus on addressing the specific challenges faced by low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Key Objectives: 1. Latest Development in Infectious Disease Modelling: Highlight cutting-edge research, methodologies, and breakthroughs that shape our understanding of infectious disease dynamics. 2. Policy Relevance: Engage policymakers in evidence-based discussions to inform public health decisions. Bridge the gap between research and practical implementation. 3. Strengthening LMIC Capacity: Explore strategies to enhance infectious disease modeling capabilities in LMICs, considering resource constraints and unique epidemiological contexts. Empower researchers and practitioners in these regions. 4. Region-Specific Challenges: Discuss modeling approaches that account for the diverse population structure, urbanization, and cultural factors prevalent in specific geographical regions and contexts. 5. Equitable Access to Modeling Tools: Promote the adoption of methodologies and share best practices to ensure that all countries can benefit from advanced infectious disease modeling development. Conference Highlights: Research Studies: Engage with presentations on disease modeling efforts, where experts will share their latest findings, highlight successes, discuss challenges, and delve into valuable lessons learned. Panel discussion: Researchers and policymakers will share ...
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MIDSEA Online Seminar Series
MIDSEA Council, in partnership with Temasek Foundation, would like to extend our invitation to you to our 8th session of the 2023/2024 webinar series. In this session, Mr Kwok Wei Hao from the National Centre for Infectious Diseases in Singapore would be sharing his experience in The potential use of DAEDALUS for Singapore to optimize social and economic activity during a pandemic. We hope you could join us on Wed, 17 July 2024, 2pm SGT (Time Zone Conversion). Appended below is the programme and details of registration. You are welcome to share this invitation with your network to join this dialogue. The registration link is https://nus-sg.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctfu-opzsoHtGg86a559UoRqxWgEPIWxnn Please use an email that has been previously registered with Zoom to register. For any queries, please feel free to contact Barathi (Barathi.vadivelu@nus.edu.sg ) ...
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2024 Mathematical Modelling for Infectious Diseases short course
Mathematical Modelling of Infectious Diseases Date: 12 August – 22 August 2024 Venue: University of Cape Town Course fee: ZAR 11,500 Requirements: Basic skills in R and epidemiology The Modelling and Simulation Hub, Africa (MASHA) at the University of Cape Town will be hosting a two week short course on the Mathematical Modelling of Infectious Diseases. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of mathematical disease modelling as an invaluable tool to aid decision-making in public health policy. There is a need for analysts equipped with this skillset, particularly on the African continent. This short course will focus on the application of mathematical modelling and computer simulation to predict the dynamics of infectious diseases to evaluate the potential impact of policy in reducing morbidity and mortality. Topics covered include compartmental models, spatial models, economic evaluation methods and more. The course is practically focused along with a series of lectures, discussions and practical exercises. This course is aimed at postgraduate students in Science and Health Sciences faculties and health-based researchers interested in the field of mathematical modelling for infectious diseases and public health policy. In order to leverage the interactive nature of the course, participation is in-person and the course capacity is limited to 20. Note: UCT Students wishing to attend this course in lieu of a Masters Module will need to register for STA5066Z offered by the Department of Statistical Sciences. Please indicate this on the application form. The course fee covers registration and lunch only. Accommodation and other meals will be ...
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Strategic Modelling for Public Health Policy Training Programme
In our new Strategic Modelling for Public Health Policy Training Programme, we will be running our next course, Infectious Disease Modelling in Context: Introduction, from 7 June 2024 to 5 July 2024. This course provides a practical introduction to the mathematical modelling of infectious diseases. Throughout the course we will guide the students through the process of building a model suited to address a research/policy question, developing, and implementing the model in mathematical and code forms, and interpreting the short- and long-term dynamics produced. This course will include sessions on the critical steps needed to communicate both the model-building process and output of mathematical modelling to specialists and non-specialists alike. The course is aimed at entry-level modellers, those who are exploring a career in modelling, or those in related professions who wish to know more about the discipline. For further details on the course and to sign up please visit our website: Training (como-international.github.io) If you have any queries please email tracy.evans@ndm.ox.ac.uk ...
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Modelling Scholarships with MIDSEA Summer School
Key highlights of the MIDSEA Summer School include: 1. Comprehensive Curriculum: The curriculum has something for everyone. In addition to core classes on the fundamentals of infectious disease modelling, students will take specialised tracks in one of inferential methods, simulation, modelling interventions, spatial methods, or for those who are beginners, a continuation of the fundamentals of transmission dynamic modelling. 2. Distinguished Faculty: Participants will have the privilege of learning from renowned experts and scholars who are leaders in their respective fields. 3. Interactive Workshops: Engage in practical exercises and interactive workshops designed to enhance your understanding and skills in Good Coding Principles Communications and Writing Leadership, Mentorship, Professionalism and Self 4. Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers and mentors from around Southeast Asia and beyond, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange. 5. The chance to present your work at the attached symposium and poster session. 6. Certificate of Participation: Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive a certificate. Whether you are a student, researcher, or professional looking to expand your knowledge and expertise, the MIDSEA Summer School offers a valuable opportunity to develop your modelling skills. For more information, including registration details and program updates, please visit our website at www.midsea.network or contact us directly at Ms Barathi Vadivelu (rathi_15@nus.edu.sg). We look forward to welcoming you to the MIDSEA Summer School. Warm regards, Professor Alex Cook Chair of MIDSEA Network For those who want to learn more about modelling. Scholarships are available but limited. Please apply by ...
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JITMM Hybrid 2023
How to attend JITMM 2023 virtually? Log in at www.jitmm.com using the email and password you used to register. After logging in, click the LIVE button on the upper right-hand side of the website. You may also go to ‘My page’ and click Program and Abstracts. Click the presentation that is currently playing to join via Zoom. Review the Program Timetable for your reference. When signing in to Zoom, please use the email you used in registering for JITMM. Otherwise, you will not receive the certificate of attendance. We encourage attendees to participate in the Q and A session. You can send your questions through the chat box. Virtual attendees will have access to Video on Demand, which will be available after the conference on the platform. Please note that only the presentations allowed as VOD will be accessible. Registration Guidelines Here are the detailed guidelines for registering for the JITMM 2023 conference and pre-meeting workshop. Log in to your account If you have not created an account yet, create one here. If you already have an account before but have forgotten the password, you can reset your password or contact JITMM Secretariat via email jitmm@mahidol.ac.th After logging in, hover over your profile icon on the upper right-hand side of the page and click ‘Register’ among the drop-down menu. Click either Pre-Meeting Workshop or JITMM Conference on the' Register' page. If you only want to register for the conference, select the JITMM Conference. If you eventually want to register for the workshop, you can return to your ...
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SPARK explainer video on Infectious disease models
Dear SPARK and SPECTRUM consortia We are very excited that SPARK has produced a new video Explainer on “What are infectious disease models?”. It is produced for those unfamiliar with this type of modelling and aimed at public servants responsible for responding to public health outbreaks and pandemics. The video can be found along with recommended introductory reading on the SPARK website at https://www.spark.edu.au/introductory_resources.html We hope you will find this video useful in dealing with students and stakeholders who wish to know more about mathematical modelling in infectious diseases, including those who are interested in a career involving modelling. Please share this video with your colleagues and networks, either in presentations, websites, emails or your social media channels. A suggestion of text to accompany social media posts is: Want to learn more about infectious disease modelling? This video by SPARK consortia gives an overview of infectious disease models and how they can be used to inform public health responses. #publichealth #modelling #infectiousdiseases Please contact us at SPECTRUM-SPARK@unimelb.edu.au if you wish to comment or ask questions about the video and resources ...
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MOTIP funding call for translational research ideas
MORU MAEMOD’s MOTIP Team, supported by an institutional Translational Partnership Award (iTPA), are thrilled to invite all MORU Tropical Health Network researchers, including MORU collaborators and FTM Mahidol faculty members, to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to apply for funding for translational research ideas ready for the research to impact pipeline. Application deadline: 12:00 BST (19:00 Bangkok) 30 June 2023. The EOI should fulfill the following criteria: Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 2 or above (the stage where scientific review, generation of research ideas, hypotheses, and/or experimental designs are initiated or developed) Translational research ideas or projects in any field, EXCEPT diagnostic tool development Clearly defined impact goals for the project Project duration of one year, starting on 1 Oct 2023 Project budget not exceeding GBP 50,000. Projects in the fields of mental health and climate & health are particularly encouraged to apply. The committee will review projects in these two fields separately from others. To submit your idea, visit https://eoi.motip.network. For more details: https://shorturl.at/lrBLV. Questions? Email MOTIP@tropmedres.ac ...
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