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Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area

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Creating a world where we accurately foresee pandemics and proactively minimize their impact. Virginia Tech. ppp-vt.org

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Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area @pppda.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
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Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area @pppda.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Check out the new Pathogems episode featuing PPP DA member, Luis Escobar!
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Center for Emerging, Zoonotic, and Arthropod-Borne Pathogens @vtcezap.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
📢 A new Pathogems episode is out! This month, we interviewed Dr. Kylene Kehn-Hall, Tune in for a discussion of her role and responsibilities, new publication on VEEV neurological sequelae, and Caroline's battle with Skeeter Syndrome... www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLlw...
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Skeeter Syndrome Awareness with CeZAP Director, Dr. Kylene Kehn-Hall
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Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area @pppda.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Please join us in congratulating James Weger on receiving the Outstanding Faculty Mentor Award and the Grant Turnwald Innovation Award from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech. 🦠 Congratulations, James! 🙌 #Theraputics #Vaccines #Virology Photo Courtesy of VMCVM
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Linsey Marr @linseymarr.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
I spoke about the potential for airborne transmission of hantavirus, and Josh Santarpia talked about the National Quarantine Unit. I visited it last year; it's a critical resource for the country. @virginiatech.bsky.social @pppda.bsky.social
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Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area @pppda.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
As conversations around Hantavirus continue to grow, researchers at Virginia Tech, including PPP DA member Luis Escobar, are studying Hantavirus and how viruses move between animals and humans. news.vt.edu/articles/202...
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What the Andes hantavirus outbreak reveals about pandemic risk
Luis Escobar, a disease ecologist at Virginia Tech, said the outbreak of Andes hantavirus aboard the international MV Hondius cruise ship underscores how little scientists still know about the viruses...
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Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area @pppda.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
At the 2026 PPP DA Symposium, we celebrated the opening of the PPP DA exhibit! The exhibit invites visitors to explore all four research themes and how scientists, engineers, clinicians, humanists, and communities work together to understand how viruses emerge, spread, and can ultimately be stopped.
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Linsey Marr @linseymarr.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
I recorded a @virginiatech.bsky.social Curious Conversations podcast about stuff in the air that makes us sick and our project funded by @arpa-h.bsky.social on a smart building system to ensure cleaner, healthier indoor air. news.vt.edu/articles/202...
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‘Curious Conversations’ podcast: Linsey Marr airborne pathogen detection and mitigation
Marr joined Virginia Tech’s “Curious Conversations” to talk about the complexities of airborne pathogens, their impact on health, and a project she’s leading aimed at developing a smart air quality ma...
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Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area @pppda.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
That’s a wrap for the PPP DA 2026 Symposium! 👋 Today was full of collaboration and new ideas. Thank you to everyone who participated in advancing the work of pandemic prediction and prevention.
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Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area @pppda.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
The PPP DA 2026 Symposium continues into the evening with the inauguration of the PPP DA exhibit and reception at the Newman Library! 📚
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Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area @pppda.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
The afternoon breakout sessions are taking place now at the PPP DA 2026 Symposium! 💬 Faculty and trainees are collaborating and exchanging perspectives across disciplines. Trainees have the opportunity to join the career panel to learn more from pandemic scientists.
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Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area @pppda.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
It’s lunchtime at the PPP DA 2026 Symposium! A great time for faculty and trainees to connect and share ideas. We’re looking forward to the breakout sessions after lunch, offering opportunities for further discussion and collaboration. 🗣️
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Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area @pppda.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Before we head to lunch, we’re excited to hear from 7 PPP DA Faculty members during the “Where Are We Now?” portion of the day! Learn more about the speakers here: ppp-vt.org/event/2026-p...
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Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area @pppda.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Now speaking: Michael Imperiale, Arthur F. Thurnau Professor Emeritus and Professor Emeritus of Microbiology and Immunology. Michael is delivering the keynote address at the PPP DA 2026 Symposium. Following the talk, attendees will have a chance for networking and discussion during lunch.
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Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area @pppda.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Now speaking: T.M Murali, Director of PPP DA and NSF COMPASS. Murali is sharing the “State of the PPP DA,” highlighting the program’s progress, current work, and efforts to shape the future of pandemic prediction and prevention.
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Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area @pppda.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Today’s speakers at the PPP DA 2026 Symposium include Dan Sui, Catherine Amelink, T.M. Murali, and Michael Imperiale. We look forward to hearing their perspectives on the future of pandemic prediction and prevention. To learn more about each speaker, visit ppp-vt.org/event/2026-p...
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2026 Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area Symposium – Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area
2026 Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area Symposium
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Pandemic Prediction and Prevention Destination Area @pppda.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
The PPP DA 2026 Symposium is finally here! We’re so excited to welcome faculty and trainees for a day of talks, breakout sessions, and conversations about the future of pandemic prediction and prevention. 💡 Follow along as we share highlights from the day!
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