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SUMMARY:6th African Conference on Emerging Infectious Diseases & Biosecurity
DESCRIPTION:The 6th African Conference on Emerging Infectious Diseases & Biosecurity will be held 4-6 November 2020 in Lagos\, Nigeria with virtual participation options. \nHighlighted conference topics this year contributing to the overarching theme of “Strengthening Africa’s Resilience in tackling emerging biosecurity threats: Lessons from COVID-19” include: \n\nBiosecurity and biothreat reduction in Africa\nClimate change and biosecurity threats in Africa\nInternational biosecurity conventions: Biological weapons\nHarnessing the digital revolution and digital platforms to advance biosecurity\nBiobanking infrastructure\nEmerging infectious diseases as an accelerating phenonmenon\nNeed for a vaccine strategy for the continent\nCultural\, Anthropological\, Social and Economic Impact of Emerging Infectious Diseases (CASE)\nRole of African governments and indigenous vaccine manufacturers in vaccine R&D\n\nPlease visit GET Africa’s 6th African Conference on Emerging Infectious Diseases & Biosecurity website for more information. \n 
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/6th-african-conference-on-emerging-infectious-diseases-biosecurity/
LOCATION:The Civic Centre\, Ozumba Mbadiwe Road\, Opposite 1004\, Lagos\, 100001\, Nigeria
CATEGORIES:Conference,Webinar-Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T090000
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SUMMARY:Side Meeting at the 6th Global Health Security Agenda Ministerial Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The GHSA Consortium for the GHSA Task Force on Advocacy & Communications will host a Side Meeting at the 6th Global Health Security Agenda Ministerial Meeting on 4 November 2020. \nThis side event will highlight promising practices for meaningfully expanding partnerships across human\, animal\, agriculture\, and environmental sectors to improve health outcomes and local\, national\, and global health security. \nHighlighted topics include: \n\nIdentifying good\, better\, and best practices\nWildlife and environment: Connections to health security\nFostering multisectoral coordination in countries to effectively contain antimicrobial resistance\nCommunicating across sectors: Early warning systems and preparedness\nSustaining engagement with environment sector partners: Systems\, processes\, capacity and resources\n\nThe event will take place 0700-0900 EST (New York) and 1900-2100 local (Thailand). \nPlease register via the GHSA Ministerial website. Once registered\, the event will be broadcast from: https://www.ghsamm2020.com/streams/245 \nAbout GHSA \nThe Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) 2024 Framework emphasizes the importance of engaging all relevant sectors to achieve sustainable and measurable results toward common targets for global health security. Changing conditions at local and global scales – related to deforestation and habitat loss\, wildlife trade\, and changing food systems and agricultural intensification with inadequate biosecurity – are shaping novel and increased interactions between species that facilitate opportunities for the spillover of disease. \nThe consequences are striking: more than 70% of emerging zoonotic diseases have origins in wildlife\, and climate-sensitive vector-borne diseases are appearing in new regions\, together causing extensive health and economic impact. The same drivers\, combined with the misuse and overuse of antibiotics\, have accelerated the emergence of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) among interconnected microbiomes in humans\, animals\, and the environment\, which can be spread across borders through trade\, travel\, and other movement of people and animals. Understanding the links between the environment and health risks and outcomes is critical to enhancing surveillance and detection\, develop early warning systems\, and target multisectoral risk reduction strategies to address known and novel threats. \n 
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/side-meeting-at-the-6th-global-health-security-agenda-ministerial-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Webinar-Webcast,Workshop
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LOCATION:https://www.ghsamm2020.com/streams/245
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T121500
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CREATED:20201003T002424Z
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UID:47785-1604492100-1604495700@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:FDA Virtual Town Hall Series - COVID-19 Test Development and Validation
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will host a virtual Town Hall for SARS-CoV-2 test developers 4 Nov 2020 from 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM Eastern. \nThe FDA plays a critical role in protecting the United States from threats such as emerging infectious diseases\, including the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. The FDA is committed to providing timely guidance to support response efforts to this pandemic. \nThe immediately in effect guidance “Policy for Coronavirus Disease-2019 Tests During the Public Health Emergency (Revised)” includes policies specific to this public health emergency. This guidance was issued on February 29\, 2020 and subsequently updated on March 16\, 2020\, May 4\, 2020\, and May 11\, 2020. \nThe FDA will also hold virtual Town Halls for test developers to help answer questions on: \n\nNovember 18\, 2020 from 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm Eastern Time\nDecember 2\, 2020 from 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm Eastern Time\nDecember 9\, 2020 from 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm Eastern Time\nDecember 16\, 2020 from 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm Eastern Time\n\nLearn more
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/fda-virtual-town-hall-series-covid-19-test-development-and-validation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201105T120000
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SUMMARY:USAID: Conflict Assessment Framework
DESCRIPTION:Join HDIAC Thursday\, November 5 for a webinar presentation titled “USAID: Conflict Assessment Framework.”  \nIn order to best understand the environments where they work\, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) uses a diagnostic tool called the Conflict Assessment Framework to analyze national and sub-national conflict. A conflict assessment is a systematic process used to analyze and prioritize the dynamics of peace\, conflict\, stability\, and instability in a given country context. The assessment consists of two stages: diagnosis and response. During the diagnosis phase\, the assessment team gathers information about the country’s internal conflict dynamics. The team then uses its findings to identify likely future scenarios that could alter a country’s risk of violent conflict. During the response stage\, the assessment team draws on its rich diagnostic analysis to formulate actionable responses. Conducting a field-based conflict assessment is challenging. It involves applying a set of rigorous analytical tasks in a dynamic process\, which must be sensitive to issues from policy positions\, organizational interests\, interpersonal and intercultural dynamics\, language\, and logistical constraints. This webinar will provide an overview of the assessment process and methods\, as well as provide illustrative examples from previously conducted field assessments.  \nPlease register in advance for the webinar.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/usaid-conflict-assessment-framework/
CATEGORIES:Webinar-Webcast
LOCATION:https://www.anymeeting.com/PIID=EF55D884864F3F
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201105T140000
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UID:47219-1604577600-1604584800@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Changes in Pathogen Exposure Pathways under Non-Stationary Conditions and Their Implications for Wildlife and Human Exposure on DoD Lands
DESCRIPTION:A webinar on “Changes in Pathogen Exposure Pathways under Non-Stationary Conditions and Their Implications for Wildlife and Human Exposure on Department of Defense Lands” will be presented on Nov. 5\, 2020. \nHosted by the Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program (SERDP) and Environmental Security Technology Certification Program (ESTCP)\, this seminar will be presented by Dr. Sara Olson from the Wildlife Conservation Society. \nA fungal disease called white-nose syndrome (WNS)\, originally identified in 2006 in New York state\, has killed millions of hibernating bats in North America. In advance of its spread across western North America\, this research effort involved the collection of empirical data on bat hibernation physiology to better inform our understanding of western bat WNS risk factors and priorities for possible mitigations. As part of this work\, we hypothesized that the differential mortality due to WNS observed among hibernating species was related to species-level bioenergetic traits and environmental factors. Our hypothesis was tested using empirical data and bioenergetic models. In advance of WNS arrival\, our team collected basic morphometric trait data on 3\,073 bats representing 14 species across 14 sites in Alberta\, British Columbia\, Colorado\, Montana\, Northwest Territories\, Nevada\, Oklahoma\, Oregon\, Texas and Utah. Respirometry and body composition data were collected for a subset of 580 and 464 bats\, respectively\, for analysis of 12 species. Microclimate measurements were also collected within hibernacula. The data collected as part of this effort are the first to establish valuable pre-WNS reference points for the hibernation physiology of these western bat species. The data\, analyses and modeling tools presented during this webinar will help inform DoD and other land managers who are responsible for bat management and mitigation activities by identifying specific WNS risk factors as well as susceptible and more resilient western species and populations. \nDr. Sarah Olson is the Associate Director of Epidemiology for the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) Health Program. Although the program is based out of the Bronx Zoo in New York\, Dr. Olsen is physically based out of Bozeman\, Montana. Her ongoing research efforts focus on assessing the risk of white-nose disease syndrome to North American hibernating bats\, tracking human health threats associated with wildlife trade in Asia\, establishing national wildlife health surveillance platforms\, and researching the disease ecology of filoviruses in Central African fruit-bats. In addition to leading scientific studies\, Dr. Olson provides research support to field veterinarians and conservation staff around the world on wildlife health threats and zoonotic diseases with a focus on promoting the understanding of conservation impact of front-line wildlife diseases\, building One Health capacity\, and translating science into effective and lasting interventions. She received bachelor’s degrees in microbiology and German from Montana State University\, and a joint doctoral degree in population health and environment from the University of Wisconsin in Madison. \nLearn more here.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/changes-in-pathogen-exposure-pathways-under-non-stationary-conditions-and-their-implications-for-wildlife-and-human-exposure-on-dod-lands/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201111
DTSTAMP:20201108T212120Z
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen Proving Ground Virtual Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:Organizations across Aberdeen Proving Ground will accept resumes during the installation’s first virtual career fair November 9 and 10\, 2020. \nThe virtual hiring event\, hosted by the U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command\, will provide opportunities for applicants to submit their resumes and other information through an online\, mobile recruiting application. \n“We are excited for our first ever virtual job fair for the APG community\,” said CECOM Human Resources Specialist Steve Faulkner. “COVID-19 has forced us all into being more innovative in our approach in human resources\, particularly in recruiting.” \nIn an effort to practice social distancing\, about half a dozen APG organizations and subordinate commands will use the virtual event to recruit candidates for a variety of career fields in multiple locations. For career opportunities in information technology\, law enforcement\, engineering\, financial management\, logistics\, communications\, just to name a few\, applicants will apply for positions from the safety of their personal computers and mobile devices. \nAPG – Career Fair\nAPG is relying on its social media channels to promote hiring opportunities\, and to engage potential candidates. Job seekers are encouraged to ask questions and share the event information with friends\, to ensure high visibility and maximum participation. \n“To meet the mission\, hiring organizations must continue to hire the best qualified employees\,” Faulkner said. “We have opportunities at APG; Tobyhanna\, Pennsylvania; Fort Detrick\, Maryland; Fort Huachuca\, Arizona; Fort Belvoir\, Virginia\, and many more locations.” \nSome of the participating organizations include CECOM\, the Army 20th CBRNE Command\, APG Garrison\, Army Futures Command organizations\, Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense (USAMRICD)\, Army Program Executive Office – Command\, Control and Communications Tactical and many more. \nThe APG workforce has more than 21\,000 military\, civilian and contractor employees responsible for numerous technical achievements across a broad spectrum of military capabilities. If a Soldier uses a piece of technology for protection\, intelligence\, shooting\, movement or to communicate\, chances are it was developed\, tested and fielded by an APG organization. \nThe APG Virtual Career Fair event page on Facebook includes information on hiring organizations and how to submit resumes. Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/events/354326535799511
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/aberdeen-proving-ground-virtual-career-fair/
CATEGORIES:Government Hosted,Webinar-Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201112T200000
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CREATED:20201023T041149Z
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SUMMARY:GMU Schar School Master’s and Certificate Virtual Open House
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to attend a virtual open house to learn more about the Schar School of Policy and Government and our academic programs. The online session will provide an overview of our master’s degree programs and graduate certificate programs\, student services\, and admissions requirements. \nFormer Deputy Director of the FBI Andrew McCabe\, now a Schar School Distinguished Visiting Professor\, will also greet prospective students and share his security experience. \nPlease visit the GMU Schar School website here for more information: Master’s and Certificate Virtual Open House
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/gmu-schar-school-masters-and-certificate-virtual-open-house/
CATEGORIES:Webinar-Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T133000
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CREATED:20201023T051656Z
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SUMMARY:The Resurgent Chemical Weapons Threat: Current Challenges to the Chemical Weapons Convention
DESCRIPTION:The chemical weapons nonproliferation regime is at a crossroads. Chemical weapons have made a comeback with deadly nerve agents being used by Russia\, Syria\, and North Korea against perceived “enemies of the state.” Join a distinguished panel of international experts in a discussion about how to restore the taboo against the use of chemical weapons and how the organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) can prevent the further misuse of chemistry. \nPANELISTS: \nDr. Stefano Costanzi is an Associate Professor of Chemistry at American University in Washington DC. \nDr. Malcolm Dando is a Leverhulme Trust Emeritus Fellow in the Department of Peace Studies at the University of Bradford in the UK. \nDr. Jean Pascal Zanders is an independent researcher/consultant on disarmament and security based in France. \nThe event will be moderated by Dr. Gregory D. Koblentz\, Associate Professor and Director of the Biodefense Graduate Program at the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University. \nPlease visit the Schar School website for more information: The Resurgent Chemical Weapons Threat: Current Challenges to the Chemical Weapon Convention.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/the-resurgent-chemical-weapons-threat-current-challenges-to-the-chemical-weapon-convention/
CATEGORIES:Webinar-Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201117T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201117T203000
DTSTAMP:20201106T161357Z
CREATED:20201106T161308Z
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SUMMARY:Toxic: A History of Nerve Agents
DESCRIPTION:The Royal Institution will host a live stream talk led by Dan Kaszeta on “A History of Nerve Agents” on Tuesday 17 November. \nNerve agents are the world’s deadliest means of chemical warfare. Kaszeta uncovers the development and propogation of these deadly compounds\, from their Nazi invention to their recent use by assassins in Salisbury\, England. \nDan Kaszeta has decades of experience in protecting against chemical and biological weapons\, and has held positions in the US Army\, the White House Military Office\, the US Secret Service and private industry. \nThe event is free but donations are encouraged. Learn more.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/toxic-a-history-of-nerve-agents/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201130T033000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201130T070000
DTSTAMP:20201101T174433Z
CREATED:20201101T174433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201101T174433Z
UID:47768-1606707000-1606719600@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Biological Weapons Convention: Orientation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In preparation for the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) 2020 Meeting of Experts in December 2020\, UNIDIR is hosting a brief BWC Orientation course for national delegates. The event will provide a basic introduction to the BWC and some of the key issues facing the Convention. It will also serve as opportunity for delegates to informally ask experts in the field any questions they may have related to the BWC. \nThe event will comprise of several short segments covering topics including international cooperation\, science and technology\, and transparency and compliance. UNIDIR will moderate the event. Confirmed speakers include: \n\nRichard Lennane\nZalini Binti Yunus\nYasemin Balci.\n\nLearn more: http://bit.ly/unidir-bwc-orientation
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/biological-weapons-convention-orientation-workshop/
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