HCV-Flavi 2026Dates: 14 – 17 September 2026Location: Copenhagen, DenmarkWebsite: https://hcv-flavi2026.org/ A top-tier program and the venue – the iconic Black Diamond right at the waterfront – will provide an exceptional environment to present your latest findings and engage with the international community Key dates:Abstract Submission: May 31Early Bird Registration: June 14We’ve also planned some great opportunities to reconnect outside the sessions, including a Welcome Reception at the historic Copenhagen City Hall and a Gala Dinner in the magical Tivoli...

On Friday May 8 2026, the WP11 network of Durable held its latest meeting, bringing together experts from across Europe to discuss emerging zoonotic challenges, surveillance strategies, and recent research findings. A major focus of the meeting was the ongoing hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship, alongside two scientific presentations on viral surveillance and genomic characterization of zoonotic infections.

By combining Be Ready’s pan-European clinical network and ecosystem coordination with DURABLE’s rapid intelligence, pathogen research and predictive modelling, we are ensuring our activities remain complementary and avoid overlap. We will coordinate crisis response—from early threat detection to clinical trials—and share insights regularly so that the two networks can mutually inform the respective strategic agendas. Together, we are building a unified, resilient research landscape.

Addressing the fragmentation of current modelling efforts, our projects are building a unified platform – and proposing a dedicated think tank – to integrate population immunity, production planning and supply chain logistics into one actionable tool. By combining EVH’s expertise in research and development of safe and effective vaccines and monoclonal antibodies with DURABLE’s expertise in modelling and translating research into policy guidance, we are turning complex research into coordinated, practical action.

The Joint Research Centre (JRC), the European Commission’s science and knowledge service, is conducting a survey to better understand activities and interest in Indoor Air Surveillance for the detection of biological agents relevant to human health. This includes mapping key gaps, challenges, and national initiatives in this evolving field. As an expert in this field, your insights would be invaluable in guiding future efforts to strengthen indoor air monitoring, preparedness, and public health resilience. The survey takes approximately 10 -15 minutes to complete:...

Effective response starts long before the outbreak: with strong preparedness, effective coordination, and strong research management. The Durable MOOC “Research Management in Outbreaks Preparedness and Response” is now live!In this MOOC, experts from the Durable network involved in outbreak preparedness and response share practical insights on how research is organized in emergency contexts, and how coordination, regulation, ethics, logistics, technology transfer, and equity all contribute to effective and trustworthy research action.💬 Insights from professionals...

On the 10th April researchers from the Durable consortium came together online to share their current research insights on Chikungunya. The session featured a consortium-wide collaborative presentation by Etienne Simon-Lorière (Institut Pasteur) and Gijs van Nierop (Erasmus MC) together with help from Hayley Cassidy (Erasmus MC) and Christina Merakou (ISS). During this collaborative presentation the following topics were covered:  Genomic evolution of CHIKV – cross-country overview and implications for vector competence and HERA Deep mutational scanning –...

Professor Marion Koopmans – Scientific Director of the PDPC – has been appointed Fellow of the European Academy of Microbiology (EAM). The EAM is a community of over 200 leading microbiologists from across Europe and beyond, who are committed to strengthening the visibility, impact, and future of microbial science. The appointment recognizes both her scientific achievements and her contribution to the wider microbiology community.  As an EAM Fellow, Prof. Koopmans will contribute expertise, insight and perspective to scientific discussion and policy dialogue. Together with Fellows...

In March 2026, the DURABLE WP11 partners gathered for their monthly network meeting, with a thematic focus on respiratory viruses. These meetings continue to serve as a key platform for sharing timely updates and in-depth scientific insights across the consortium.The session was structured in two parts, combining updates on recent developments with more detailed research presentations. This format allowed participants to stay informed on the latest developments – such as emerging H5 influenza situations – while also exploring advanced modelling approaches and antiviral research...