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Emerging Pathogens Institute

@epi.ufl.edu

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Research. Education. Outreach. From the molecular level to ecosystems, the EPI will lead the fight against infectious diseases.

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Emerging Pathogens Institute @epi.ufl.edu · 31/10/2025

This #Halloween, we’re chasing monsters—microscopic ones. 🧌🦠 #HappyHalloween

Animated graphic of a scientist with a magic syringe running across a lab table, surrounded by monster microbes and pumpkins. Spiderwebs, bats and other spooky elements complement the focal animation. The scientist is chasing microscopic monsters.

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Emerging Pathogens Institute @epi.ufl.edu · 03/09/2025

Did you know #SwineFlu is actually a type of #BirdFlu? 🤯 Watch the full video on YouTube as one of our experts covers everything bird flu, including responding to tweets about the virus! www.youtube.com/channel/UCO2...

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Emerging Pathogens Institute @epi.ufl.edu · 20/08/2025

It’s World Mosquito Day! Over 125 years after the day it was founded, we’re still working hard to study mosquito-borne diseases and improve the health of all. 🦟🧑‍🔬#WorldMosquitoDay2025

Two researchers look into a microscope’s camera to look at a mosquito.

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Emerging Pathogens Institute @epi.ufl.edu · 27/05/2025

EPI Associate Director of Training and Special Projects Daniel Swale recently visited the U.S. Capitol to advocate for the development and innovation of agrochemical technology. With #AI and investments, he believes #agricultural #research can advance with increased agrochemical discovery. 💫

Daniel Swale holds up a Florida Gators handheld banner while posing in front of the U.S. Capitol Building.

Daniel Swale sits between two people on a panel to speak before members of Congress.

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Emerging Pathogens Institute @epi.ufl.edu · 28/04/2025

If there is one thing we have learned, it truly takes a village to tackle infectious disease #research. Dr. Alberto Paniz-Mondolfi echoed that sentiment in an engaging talk about his studies and collaborations. Read our latest article to explore his journey: go.ufl.edu/kxvncsf.

Alberto Paniz-Mondolfi stands at the podium to give his talk on, "The Hunt for Pathogens: Exploring microbial diversity in Latin America."

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Emerging Pathogens Institute @epi.ufl.edu · 22/04/2025

Holding the future in our hands – and working daily to protect it. 🌍😁 #EarthDay

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Emerging Pathogens Institute @epi.ufl.edu · 10/04/2025

Another successful symposium in the books! A big thank you to the incredible faculty who led discussions on how infectious disease ecology and animal behavior are intrinsically linked fields of study. Did you miss the event? Visit our website for a full recap: go.ufl.edu/gkrtoia.

Faculty from across campus gathered to present at the EPI Animal Behavior and Infectious Disease Symposium. (left to right: Adam Wong, Ph.D., Ana Longo, Ph.D., Nick Keiser, Ph.D., Emily Miller-Cushon, Ph.D., Lindsey Reisinger, Ph.D., Yen-Hua Huang, Ph.D.) (Photo credit: Brianne Lehan)

Nick Keiser, Ph.D., presents at the EPI Animal Behavior and Infectious Disease Symposium. His talk was titled, "The behavior of hosts and parasites: from individuals to populations." (Photo credit: Brianne Lehan)

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Emerging Pathogens Institute @epi.ufl.edu · 24/03/2025

It's #WorldTuberculosisDay. Did you know that tuberculosis is the deadliest infectious disease? Though there is a cure, and it is preventable, over 1 million people still die from the disease each year. Several EPI members aim their studies at combatting the disease. #YesWeCanEndTB #WorldTBDay

Dr. Lauzardo pointing at a Tuberculosis X-ray.

Dr. Lauzardo with a pediatric patient. He places a stethoscope on her back as she sits on the exam chair and takes a deep breath.

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Emerging Pathogens Institute @epi.ufl.edu · 17/03/2025

When astronauts go to #space, how do they ensure #pathogens from Earth don't get onto the ship and pathogens from space don't return to Earth? An EPI ambassador is testing whether plasma sterilization is the answer. Watch the full video for how we take #research to the next level: bit.ly/3XXCwiK.

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Emerging Pathogens Institute @epi.ufl.edu · 08/03/2025

A little fun from our Instagram account today. Celebrating #WomenInStem this #InternationalWomensDay! 🤩

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Emerging Pathogens Institute @epi.ufl.edu · 20/12/2024

Wishing everyone a happy holiday and a happy new year! 😊

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