Workshop on Pathogen genomic surveillance: a powerful new tool for a One Health approach in the Pacific (SPOP)

Pathogen genomic surveillance can provide insight into the evolution of pathogens as well as into the genetic basis of changes in virulence or resistance to interventions. Genomic surveillance can be applied to pathogens of interest for the Pacific region including leptospirosis, antibiotic resistant bacteria, dengue fever and respiratory viruses, but also animal pathogens including environmental component. Laboratories and public institutes in human, animal and environmental health must now integrate genomics into their surveillance networks. This workshop addresses the critical need for a coordinated One Health approach to animal, environment and human health, and for partners to continue supporting PICTs to adopt the OH approach. The Pacific region must develop pathogens genomics research and initiatives in order to better anticipate the risks of outbreaks and promote early responses to new challenges.

The objective of this workshop, organised by the Institut Pasteur in New Caledonia and its collaborators, is to bring together stakeholders in research, human, animal and environmental health and public health, involved or interested in conducting research and surveillance programs in the Pacific region in connection with the genomic surveillance in a OH concept.

Contact: ipnc-spop@pasteur.fr