Community Resources
One of the great things about this field and community is the number of resources available! Here are some recommendations for those in the genomic epidemiology field to watch or follow. Please let me know if there are ones I should add to my list.
Featured Resource
Great reading for anyone interested in genomic epidemiology
Applied Genomic Epidemiology Handbook
A comprehensive, open-access handbook covering fundamental concepts and practical applications in genomic epidemiology.
Read the HandbookOrganizations
- → US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Office of Advanced Molecular Detection
- → Association of Public Health Laboratories
- → Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists
- → American Society for Microbiology
- → European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ESCMID)
- → Public Health Alliance for Genomic Epidemiology
Pathogen-Specific Networks
Global & Regional Genomic Surveillance Initiatives
Major national and international programs for pathogen genomics and pandemic preparedness
WHO Programs
WHO Regional Networks
- • Americas: PAHOGen & COVIGEN
- • Western Pacific: EMPaCT Network
- • Africa: Regional Centre of Excellence (South Africa)
National & Continental
Coordination & Collaboration
These programs work together to build global capacity for pathogen genomic surveillance, share data and best practices, and strengthen pandemic preparedness across all regions.
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