Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal)

New findings from #ENDVOC researchers reveal that high levels of IgG4 antibodies after repeated mRNA booster doses may increase the risk of breakthrough #COVID19 infections. The study, conducted over three years among healthcare workers in Catalonia, underscores the need to reassess vaccine formulations or booster schedules to ensure long-term protection. 📄 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dhab59qs #COVID #Vaccines #Immunology #HorizonEU cc Gemma Moncunill

🧑⚕️Healthcare is vital. Are there any changes that Georgia and other EU candidate countries should expect in the healthcare field? Here is our first interview on this theme (also in Georgian) - with Professor Jeffrey V. Lazarus of Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) and CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy: https://lnkd.in/dwasXifS

The 19t Workshop on #Chagas disease (#JornadasChagas2025) is an international event that brings together researchers, health professionals and key stakeholders from different sectors to collaborate on advancing efforts to eliminate this neglected tropical disease. With the aim of sharing innovative research, best practices and fostering global partnerships, the event is now accepting abstracts until 9 April. We encourage professionals from all fields related to Chagas disease to share their findings and join us for this important event, either online or in person. Submit your abstract here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dJvKsxVt #BeatNTDs #NTDs #GlobalHealth #HealthForAll cc @CoalicionChagas @Novartis

Project GOLIAT has developed an innovative method to assess #5G exposure. This new approach has been tested in Ghent, Belgium. Discover the details here:

El proyecto ODS3+, coliderado por #ISGlobal, alcanza su fin con la participación de 300 escolares. Durante este curso, han analizado su entorno y diseñado propuestas para hacer más sostenible, saludable y amable el espacio que los rodea. #SaludUrbana #CalidadDelAire #EscuelasQueQueremos

#ISGlobal researcher Cathryn Tonne has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate from Universiteit Utrecht in recognition of her contributions to environmental epidemiology and planetary health. Her research has demonstrated the health benefits of reducing air pollution and mitigating climate change, bridging key gaps between climate science, public health, and policy. A leading figure in her field, she currently coordinates major projects such as CATALYSE and The Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change for Europe, advancing evidence-based solutions for climate and health. This award highlights the growing relevance of #PlanetaryHealth in addressing global environmental challenges. Read more: 🟠 https://lnkd.in/dk-4ckCw

Reducing traffic in Barcelona by 25% would prevent around 200 premature deaths a year linked to pollution. A study assesses the impact that the Urban Mobility Plan and the electrification of the port could have on NO2 levels in the city and related mortality. 🟠https://lnkd.in/d6diGiBV

Más de 300 personas han seguido la primera sesión del curso online gratuito sobre las nuevas directivas europeas de #CalidadDelAire. Este jueves, terminaremos con el módulo 3 y las conclusiones. ¿Te apuntas? ¡Infórmate aquí! 🟠 https://lnkd.in/eGxMrT6U #SaludUrbana

In 1988, automotive gasoline was classified as possibly carcinogenic to humans. This year, the IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer / World Health Organization has concluded that overall there is sufficient evidence for a human carcinogenic effect. One of the major epidemiological studies assessing exposure to petrol that contributed to this assessment was conducted by researchers now at #ISGlobal. Read more on our blog: https://lnkd.in/dZ3KxTNC

At #ISGlobal, we celebrate the achievements of two of our researchers, Arnau Pujol and Celia Santos Tapia, who have recently received distinctions in their respective fields. Arnau Pujol has been awarded the #MCAA Social Impact Award 2025 by the Marie Curie Alumni Association, recognising his outstanding efforts in translating scientific research into meaningful societal impact. The award was presented during a ceremony honouring individuals whose work bridges science and public benefit. Meanwhile, Celia Santos Tapia, PhD has been granted a mobility fellowship from the Societat Econòmica Barcelonesa d’Amics del País. This competitive fellowship, awarded to only 15 of 96 applicants, will support her upcoming three-month research stay at NILU – Norwegian Institute for Air Research. There, she will investigate the intersections of citizen science, air quality, climate change, and health, further advancing ISGlobal’s mission to improve global public health. These distinctions reflect ISGlobal’s commitment to fostering research that drives positive change, both locally and internationally. +Info: https://lnkd.in/dFPHdZvs Picture on the right: Jordi Nieva