Global Virus Network - Short Course in Translational Virology

GVN established the GVN Drs. Yang Liu & Pan Zheng Academy to facilitate mentorship and training of early career virologists through formal GVN programs. The 8th Annual Short Course in Translational Virology is one such program with the goals of training the next generation of virologists by broadening the skill and knowledge of junior and mid-level scientists, enhancing the retention of emerging leaders in virology, and nurturing a growing community of virology scholars.

WHAT

A two-week intensive course on the fundamental, translational, and clinical aspects of viruses relevant to human health. The lectures will be delivered by leading medical virologists from GVN Centers of Excellence. All didactic courses will focus on cutting-edge aspects of virus research. The course includes allotted time for discussion and interaction with renowned medical virology leaders and opportunities to meet with policymakers and program officials from the National Institutes of Health (NIH)

WHY

There is an urgent need for highly skilled, well-educated medical virologists all over the world. This course satisfies one of GVN's primary objectives: to ensure that emerging investigators working in medical virology receive the best possible training and have opportunities to interact with other global partners. This course enhances previously acquired skills while also providing new knowledge and avenues for expanding expertise and collaborations.

WHO

Approximately 15-20 participants will be selected to take part in this course. This course is designed for early-career scientists and physicians who want to broaden their knowledge of medical virology. Candidates should be Ph.D., or MD students, Post-Doctoral Fellows, Research Associates, or Assistant Professors. Key criteria for selection include the likelihood of future work in medical virology or contributions in the field of virology, as well as previous professional and academic accomplishments. All applications will be reviewed by a panel of GVN-affiliated scientists.

WHEN

July 15 to July 26, 2024

WHERE

Lodging will be provided at a local hotel within walking distance of the lecture sites. Shuttles will be available for off-site visits. Several Baltimore locations will be used for lectures and discussions, including the Institute of Human Virology and the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health.

Speakers to Include:

Robert C. Gallo, MD

The Homer & Martha Gudelsky Distinguished Professor in Medicine and Microbiology, Special Advisor to the Dean, University of Maryland School of Medicine

Co-Founder & Emeritus Director, Institute of Human Virology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine

Co-Founder of the Global Virus Network & Chair of GVN’s Scientific Leadership Board

Sten Vermund, MD, PhD

President – Global Virus Network

Anna M.R. Lauder Professor of Public Health and former (2017-2022) Dean of the Yale School of Public Health

Professor in Pediatrics at the Yale School of Medicine.

Diane E. Griffin, MD, PhD

Professor of Infectious Diseases and Neurology - Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

Alfred and Jill Sommer Professor & Chair, Department of Molecular Microbiology, and Immunology - Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

Others to be announced.

Program Details

Course fee, Fellowship, Application details, and more information can be found on the GVN website.

The application window closes on April 1, 2024.