ANSO-PAS Conference on “Understanding and mitigating the threat of emerging pathogens: Opportunities and challenges” (December 21 – 22, 2024)
December 21-22, 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 National and International Science Organizations for the
Belt and Road Regions (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 21-22, 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
November 10, 2024 1st Announcement & Registration Commencement
December 15, 2024 Due date for abstract and CV submission
December 15, 2024 Notification of the acceptance of the abstract
December 10, 2024 Registration due date
December 15, 2024 Due date for submission of the presentation file
PRELIMINARY PROGRAM
Friday December 20, 2024
Arrival in Islamabad
Saturday December 21, 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 22, 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
Click Here to download the Boucher of the Conference
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])
Ms. Emaan Ashraf (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