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The 8th World One Health Congress will be held from 20-23 September 2024 in Cape Town, Africa. The 2024 conference aims to enable discussion of major One Health challenges, as well as sharing research data and policy developments. Above all, it will provide a great opportunity to look at global One Health science and policy through an African lens.
Plenary Luncheon Session
Unleashing the Power of Genomics for One Health
Date: 22 September 2024 (Sunday)
Time: 12:30 – 14:00
Location: CTICC- Ballroom West (First floor)
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated genomic capabilities, providing an unprecedented opportunity to revolutionize One Health through integrated surveillance systems that detect emerging health threats across human, animal, and environmental domains.
Join us in this interactive session to:
- Leverage genomic insights for timely, targeted interventions that supercharge your One Health initiatives.
- Explore innovative frameworks and best practices for multidisciplinary collaboration, ensuring the optimal use of genomics across One Health domains.
- Learn about cutting-edge solutions that expand access to genomic surveillance, empowering communities worldwide.
- Network and connect with leading experts and fellow One Health champions to shape the future of this critical field.
- Gain insights from real-world examples of genomics transforming One Health.
Expert Panel:
- Dr. Yewande Alimi, One Health Unit Lead at Africa CDC
- Ms. Kristy Kubota, Microbiologist at the Enteric Diseases Laboratory Branch (EDLB) in the Division of Foodborne, Waterborne and Environmental Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), USA.
- Professor Appolinaire Djikeng, Director General, International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI); Senior Director, Livestock-Based Systems, CGIAR; Managing Director, Resilient Agri-Food Systems, CGIAR
Join us as we shape the future of One Health as a community.
Together, we can harness the power of genomics to improve health outcomes for all.
Register now: https://eventregistration.illumina.com/2QbX15
- Date & Time
- 20 Sep. 2024 – 23 Sep. 2024
- Location
- CTICC Cape Town International Convention Centre, South Africa
- Topic
- Microbial genomics