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10th Edition of World Congress on Infectious Diseases

June 25-27, 2026 | Barcelona, Spain

June 25 -27, 2026 | Barcelona, Spain

Medical Entomologists

Medical Entomologists

Medical Entomologists are specialists who study insects and arthropods that carry and transmit diseases to humans. These vectors include mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, and flies, which are responsible for spreading diseases such as malaria, dengue, Zika virus, Lyme disease, and West Nile virus. Medical entomologists investigate the life cycle, behavior, and environmental factors that contribute to the transmission of these diseases. Their research helps to identify high-risk areas, predict disease outbreaks, and develop strategies for disease prevention and control.

Beyond research, medical entomologists collaborate with public health agencies to implement effective vector control programs. These programs often involve using insecticides, introducing biological control agents, modifying environments to reduce vector habitats, and educating the public on how to protect themselves. They also contribute to surveillance efforts, tracking disease prevalence and vector populations to inform public health responses. By understanding the dynamics of disease transmission, medical entomologists play a crucial role in reducing the spread of infectious diseases and improving global health, particularly in regions where vector-borne diseases are most prevalent. Medical entomologists also work on developing new technologies, such as genetically modified mosquitoes or vaccines, to help control vector populations and reduce disease transmission. Their expertise is particularly critical in responding to emerging diseases and outbreaks, where swift action can prevent widespread public health crises. Through ongoing research and collaboration, they continuously refine strategies to address the evolving challenges of vector-borne diseases in a rapidly changing world.

Committee Members
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conferences - Ranjan Ramasamy

Ranjan Ramasamy

IDFISH Technology, United States
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conferences - Saurabh Chattopadhyay

Saurabh Chattopadhyay

University of Kentucky College of Medicine, United States
Speaker at Infection Conferences - Yazdan Mirzanejad

Yazdan Mirzanejad

University of British Columbia, Canada
Infection 2026 Speakers
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conference - Jacqueline Roberta Soares Salgado

Jacqueline Roberta Soares Salgado

Engineering Military Institute (IME) of the Brazilian Army, Brazil
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conference - Jin Won Song

Jin Won Song

Korea University College of Medicine, Korea, Republic of
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conferences - Darehyne Avila Pina

Darehyne Avila Pina

University of Medical Sciences of Cienfuegos, Cuba
Speaker at Infection Conference - Pool Marcos Carbajal

Pool Marcos Carbajal

University of San Martin de Porres, Peru

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