Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) | Meeting the Challenge of Infectious Diseases in a Changing World – International Conference (2026)
Overview
About Organization
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), a leading institution in India, is collaborating with Springer Nature’s portfolio of journals to host this prestigious international conference. The event will bring together global experts to address pressing challenges in infectious disease research, policy, and practice.
About Event
The conference will focus on the intersection of infectious diseases with climate change, global health policy, and emerging technologies. It will provide a platform for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to share insights and strategies for tackling global health threats.
Recruitment Overview Table
| Event Title | Dates | Location | Format | Registration Opens |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meeting the Challenge of Infectious Diseases in a Changing World | 14–16 October 2026 | Manipal, India | In-person | June 1, 2026 |
Program Highlights
• Epidemiology, modeling, and forecasting • Climate change and infectious disease • Drivers of disease emergence • Antimicrobial resistance • Vaccines and therapeutics • Global health policy
Keynote Speakers
• Lauren Gardner – Johns Hopkins University, USA • Marion Koopmans – Erasmus University Medical Center, Netherlands • Shabir A. Madhi – University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa • Madhukar Pai – McGill University, Canada
Featured Speakers
• Tahmeed Ahmed – icddr,b, Bangladesh • Partha Basu – International Agency for Research on Cancer, France • Tanmoy Chakraborty – National Institute of Biomedical Genomics, India • Katharina Hauck – Imperial College London, UK • Vandana K.E. – MAHE, India • Sharonann Lynch – Columbia University, USA • Michael Mina – Harvard University, USA • Nicaise Ndembi – Africa CDC, Ethiopia • Elaine Nsoesie – Boston University, USA • Joachim Gassen – Humboldt University of Berlin, Germany • Rada Savic – University of California, USA • Meru Sheel – University of Sydney, Australia • Alessandro Vespignani – Northeastern University, USA • Kelly Wroes – University of California, USA • Liampeng Yang – Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, China
Why Attend
This conference offers a unique opportunity to engage with leading voices in infectious disease research, explore global health challenges, and network with international experts.
Important Dates
• Registration Opens: June 1, 2026 • Conference Dates: October 14–16, 2026
How to Register
Registration and event details available at:
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Thematic Tracks
Submission Guidelines
• Submissions undergo peer review for scientific merit and relevance
• Authors must adhere to Nature Portfolio formatting guidelines
• Originality and integrity are mandatory; plagiarism checks applied
Word Limits: Full Paper: 6,000–8,000 words Extended Abstract: 800–1,000 words Poster Abstract: 500–800 words
Submit to: infectiousdiseases2026@mahe.ac.in
Registration Fees
Students: INR 6,000
International Participants: USD 250–500
Publication Partners
Nature Microbiology
Nature Communications
Nature Health
Distinguished Guests
- Keynote Speakers: Lauren Gardner (Johns Hopkins University), Marion Koopmans (Erasmus MC), Shabir A. Madhi (University of the Witwatersrand), Madhukar Pai (McGill University)
- Special Panels: Global experts from Nature Portfolio and MAHE
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