The “Pathology of Infectious Diseases” teaching course 2017 edition was held on 4-18th of May 2017 at the Institut Pasteur of Shanghai, China.
This teaching course is a 2-week conference that aims to introduce the different pathogens responsible for major current health challenges through high quality lectures given by world renownedresearchers and health professionals.The overall aim of this international course is to provide a comprehensive, integrated view on the pathogenesis of major infectious diseases representing major threatens for global public health, covering aspects of host/vector/pathogen interactions from the perspective of One-Health approaches.
This event gathered 26 students from 8 countries, who had the opportunity to exchange with the speakers and to participate in lively discussions during workshops every day.
This event is primarily the result of the dynamism and dedication of the Institut Pasteur of Shanghai who organized the course, invited world renowned researchers and health professionals and ensured logistical support.
We are looking forward to welcome students next year for our second edition of the course.