The Global Vector Hub

In view of the urgent humanitarian health crisis in #Ukraine, our The Global Vector Hub team together with Arctech Innovation have created a situation report on #vectorborne disease risks in Ukraine and surrounding countries. Key points: There is a risk of nuisance biting by #ticks and #mosquitoes in the coming months; There is a moderate risk of #Lyme borreliosis (LB) and tick-borne encephalitis (TBE); There is a very small risk of West Nile virus (WNV); There is a negligible risk of other vector-borne diseases (VBDs), such as malaria or Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic Fever (CCHF). Overall, the risk of VBDs is considered low; specific risk profiles depend on environmental conditions and living conditions of affected people. Avoid insect and tick bites. Specific guidance on preventative measures against tick and insect bites is given in the report. Access report here on The Global Vector Hub platform: https://lnkd.in/esuY_tZN #ukraineconflict #publichealth #epidemicpreparedness #vectorcontrol

We are #hiring a Scientific Officer to join our vibrant team in the area of vector control product evaluation. Details are provided in the document. Please download and Apply. Deadline : 30 March 2025 #airid-africa #endmalaria #vectorcontrol

📢 Rapid surge of Chikungunya cases in La Réunion. At a startling rate, the Chikungunya outbreak in La Réunion is spreading ⚠️. 695 new cases have been documented in just one week, representing an 85% increase. With an important rise in cases in the island's west and south, the virus has already infected 22 of the 24 municipalities in 2025. These findings are detailed in the latest epidemiological bulletin published recently by Santé publique France. You can check it down below👇 for more information. To help curb the spread, it is essential to take preventive measures : ✔️ Eliminate or cover standing water sources, ✔️ Use repellents and wear protective clothing (if possible), ✔️ Install mosquitos nets (if possible), and help protecting vulnerable individuals. 🦟 To date, the health impact remains relatively low with no signs of severity in 2025. Thus, the rapid spread of the outbreak calls for heightened awareness. Stay vigilant🚨 #Chikungunya #PublicHealth #Prevention #LaReunion

🚨 We're hiring! 🚨 The Lancet Countdown is looking for a Research Fellow to join our team and contribute to our work on climate change and health. This is an exciting opportunity for an early career researcher with strong quantitative and data analysis skills, ideally with expertise in climate and geospatial data. 🌍 Why join us? ✅ Work with a global network of 300+ researchers ✅ Lead on data management, translation, and open data initiatives ✅ Develop your research portfolio in a high-impact field ✅ Be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team driving real-world change 🔎 Who we're looking for: 📌 PhD (or equivalent experience) in climate science, epidemiology, statistics, or data science 📌 Advanced quantitative methods and statistical skills 📌 Proficiency in R or similar coding languages 📌 Experience working with geospatial data 📌 Strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills 📍 Location: London 💰 Salary: £43,374–£51,860 per year (including London Allowance) ⏳ Deadline: 7 April 2025 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eYjYN2Dq

We are looking for a MSc student to perform his/her MSc. thesis (or "afstudeerstage") with us. When? As soon as possible! Where? At the Wageningen University & Research! 💡 Chagas disease is a devastating infectious disease for both humans and animals caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi, which is transmitted by triatomine bugs. 🪲 Chagas causes a high economic and disease burden, including deaths. Even though case numbers have dramatically reduced in Brazil, occasional Chagas outbreaks still occur. 🌳 Ecosystem changes, including deforestation and land-use dynamics, as well as socio-economic determinants such as housing quality and poverty, may lead to a shift in the transmission cycle and a greater role for other sources of infection (e.g., increased oral [foodborne] T. cruzi transmission). 🏆 Understanding current human-vector-environment complexities in disease dynamics is imperative to evaluate the status-quo of the elimination targets as set by the World Health Organisation in Brazil. In this thesis, you will perform a systematic review to understand the socio-economic factors involved in pathogen transmission of Chagas in Brazil. You will develop recommendations based on the expertise of scholars in order to contribute to improved control and elimination of T. cruzi transmission in Brazil. 📝 Requirements: Strong (scientific) writing skills or willingness to learn, interest in epidemiology and socio-economic risk factors, experience with systematic reviews is an asset, R programming (meta-regression/forest plots/visualisations), willingness to publish in peer-reviewed journal. Interested? Email your CV and motivation letter to natalie.vinkelesmelchers@wur.nl Helen Esser, Ph.D., Health & Society, Wageningen University & Research

Are you from a Global South country interested in CEPI’s work and looking for ways to get involved? Check out CEPI’s Global South Fellowship Program, now accepting applications for its second cohort: https://lnkd.in/e3bZDHxp   With four newly opened positions, the Program is an opportunity for individuals from Global South countries to further participate in global pandemic preparedness and response forums while acting as regional champions in support of the 100 Days Mission and CEPI’s vision for a pandemic-free future. The Fellowship Program aims to build capacity for future global health leaders, enhance readiness for the 100 Days Mission in the Global South, and facilitate knowledge exchange through improved global collaboration, in support of CEPI’s vision for a pandemic-free future. The Global South Fellow positions are situated in varied departments with specific focus areas within CEPI.   🔵 Epidemiology and Data Science: Support continuous improvement for Lassa clinical research in West Africa 🔵 Epidemiology and Data Science: Support Global South Leaders in Epidemic Analysis and Response Network (GS LEARN) 🔵 Laboratory Research and Innovations (LRI): Develop a sustainability plan for the LRI Laboratory Network 🔵 Strategy: Support a redesign of CEPI’s organisational Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning approach Selected fellows will work from their home country, collaborating with CEPI on projects, engaging in local networks, and participating in training sessions. These new openings are an exciting opportunity to contribute to and work as part of an international and dynamic organisation, leading efforts to develop countermeasures that can be accessed quickly and equitably in the face of a future outbreak.   📅 Fellowship duration: Up to 1 year, starting around June 2025.   🔍 Who can apply? Global health professionals, researchers, and advocates from the Global South with experience in pandemic preparedness and response.   📌 Deadline: 17th April 2025. For more information about each Fellowship, including how to apply, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e3bZDHxp

We are #hiring an Intern Research Assistant to join our vibrant team in the area of vector control product evaluation. Details are provided in the document. Please download and Apply. Deadline : 30 March 2025 https://lnkd.in/eCEZWpk8 #crec-lshtm #endmalaria #vectorcontrol

🚨 New Challenges in Mosquito-Borne Disease Control in Portugal! 🚨 I recently wrote a piece for GIMM discussing the challenges posed by Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes in Portugal. These invasive species are expanding their range, increasing the risk of diseases like dengue, Zika, and chikungunya. Key takeaways from the article: 🦟 Aedes aegypti is currently confined to Madeira, where it caused a dengue outbreak in 2012. 🦟 Aedes albopictus has been spreading across mainland Portugal, recently reaching Lisbon. 🔬 Tackling this issue requires a multi-pronged approach, including enhanced surveillance and innovative control strategies (e.g., Wolbachia). 📢 Check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dBiZCZuX Let’s collaborate to strengthen vector surveillance and mosquito control in Portugal! 🚀GIMM #VectorBiology #PublicHealth #MosquitoControl #AedesAegypti #AedesAlbopictus #Arboviruses #Portugal

We are #hiring a Research Technician / Assistant to join our vibrant team in the area of vector control product evaluation.  Details are provided in the document. Please download and Apply. https://lnkd.in/eYynuZ_q Deadline : 30 March 2025 #crec-lshtm #endmalaria #vectorcontrol

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