Pakistan Academy of Sciences

Promoting Science, Technology and Innovation for Socio-economic development

ANSO-PAS Conference on “Understanding and mitigating the threat of emerging pathogens: Opportunities and challenges” (December 07 – 08)

December 07-08, 2024 Islamabad, Pakistan

Organized by

Pakistan Academy of Sciences (PAS)

Alliance of National and International Science Organizations for the
Belt and Road Regions (ANSO)

Supported by

Alliance of International Science Organization (ANSO)

About Conference:

The rise of emerging pathogens and the infections they cause has become a serious health problem. With people travelling much more frequently and far greater distances than in the past, living in more densely populated areas, and coming into closer contact with wild animals, the potential for emerging infectious diseases to spread rapidly and causes global epidemics is a major concern. Infections, such as zoonotic diseases, have the capacity to spread between animals and people, and in past several pathogens have emerged from animals and seriously affected human populations such as Ebola, avian influenza and coronaviruses. These effects go beyond individual health and affect economies, social institutions, and global security. In fact, 75% of the emerging human infections have an animal origin.

To effectively treat and prevent the present and future incidence of emerging infections, a comprehensive understanding of the complex factors driving their emergence is essential. Environmental factors, such as deforestation, urbanization, and agricultural practices, can disrupt natural ecosystems and increase the likelihood of pathogen spillover from animals to humans. The role of environmental factors as well as the genetic adaptations that enable pathogens to emerge must be thoroughly investigated to develop effective disease surveillance, outbreak control, and targeted interventions. Addressing the multidimensional challenges posed by these emerging pathogens requires collaborative efforts among researchers, public health agencies, veterinary professionals, environmental scientists, and policymakers.

To deliberate upon the gigantic role of scientists, researchers, policymakers, students, media, etc., and to arrive at possible strategies/recommendations, the Pakistan Academy of Sciences (PAS) in collaboration with the Alliance of National and International Science Organizations for the Belt and Road Regions (ANSO) is organizing an ANSO-PAS Conference on “Understanding and mitigating the threat of emerging pathogens: Opportunities and challenges” on December 07-08, 2024, at the Pakistan Academy of Sciences, 3-Constitution Avenue, Sector G-5/2, Islamabad.

AIMS & OBJECTIVES

  • Investigate mechanisms and factors contributing to pathogenesis, disease transmission, developing effective preventive measures.
  • Enhance understanding of global disease dynamics, considering the impact of globalization, travel, trade, and the environment.
  • Strengthen surveillance, early detection, and control strategies for emerging infections, addressing public health implications through
    improved risk communication and preparedness.
  • To share best practices and successful case studies in managing emerging pathogens.
  • Foster interdisciplinary collaboration among experts from diverse fields to tackle cross-species pathogen transmission.

THEMES OF THE CONFERENCE

  • Understanding and mitigating the threat of emerging pathogens.
  • From wildlife reservoirs to global outbreaks: Interrogating pathogen mobility.
  • Health assessment, behavior, disease monitoring, and reporting.
  • Developing and implementing effective surveillance systems.
  • Promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing among researchers, policymakers, and public health officials.
  • Pathogens (viruses, bacteria, fungi etc.), molecular pathology, anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and potential drug targets.
  • The role of international collaborations in mitigating future threats.
  • Understanding treatment and prevention strategies.
  • Assessing emerging pathogens in plants.

TARGET AUDIENCE

The conference is open to student, researchers, scientists, clinicians & health workers, laboratory workers, virologists, veterinarians, plant
scientists, physicians, pharmacists, and related researchers. A great opportunity to meet renowned international and national speakers in
person.

IMPORTANT DATES

October 22, 2024                     1st Announcement & Registration Commencement
November 25, 2024                Due date for abstract and CV submission
November 29, 2024                Notification of the acceptance of the abstract
December 02, 2024                Registration due date
December 05, 2024                Due date for submission of the presentation file

PRELIMINARY PROGRAM

Friday                    December 06, 2024
                                Arrival in Islamabad
Saturday               December 07, 2024
                                09:00 – 09:30 (Registration)
                                09:30 – 10:30 (Inauguration)
                               10:30-11:00 (Tea Break)
                               11:00-13:30 (First Tech. Session)
                               13:30-14:00 (Lunch Break)
                               14:00-17:00 (Second Tech. Session)
                               19:30 (Welcome Dinner)

Sunday                 December 08, 2024
                              09:00- 10:30 (3rd Tech. Session)
                              10:30-11:00 (Tea Break)
                              11:00-14:00 (Poster Presentations and panel Discussions)
                              14:00-14:30 (Lunch Break)
                              14:30-16:00 (4th Tech. Session)
                             19:30 (Dinner)

FINANCIAL SUPPORT

The conference is supported by ANSO under the collaborative research grant program.

VENUE OF THE CONFERENCE

Pakistan Academy of Sciences, 3-Constitution Avenue, G-5/2,
Islamabad, Pakistan

Registration and Abstract Submission Form  for International Participants:

Click Here to Download the Form

 

Registration and Abstract Submission Form  for National Participants:

For Registration: https://forms.gle/ys9cTWppgxdsdVmCA

 

For Abstract Submission: https://forms.gle/wUiNUzpsQG7JgLsL9

 

CONTACT INFORMATION

Focal Person :

Dr. Muhammad Ali (Email: [email protected])

For Abstract:

Dr. Sidra Rahman (Email: [email protected])
Mr. Sajid Ali Shah (Email: [email protected])

For Registration:

Mr. Muhammad Jawad (Email: [email protected])
Mr. Zeeshan Hidayat (Email: [email protected])

For Hospitality & Information:

Mr. Hamza Waheed (Email: [email protected])
Mr. Muhammad Naseer (Email: [email protected])
Tel: 051 9204843)

 

Conference Coordinators:

Dr. Muhammad Ali

Prof. Dr. Zabta K. Shinwari

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