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The Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) is a world leader in infectious disease research and vaccine development for humans and animals. #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals #Canada'sCentreforPandemicResearch

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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 24/09/2026
What does Containment Level 4 (CL4) mean, and why is VIDO building this capacity in Saskatoon? Learn what CL4 is, why it matters for Canada and how these facilities operate safely: www.vido.org/news/2026/co... @usask.ca #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 23/09/2026
What does dual-use mean for Canadian life sciences? Yesterday at #BIONATION2026, VIDO Director & CEO Dr. Volker Gerdts joined a panel exploring how biotech can contribute to Canada’s preparedness, security and sovereign capacity. @usask.ca
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 22/09/2026
Around 75 students tested their science skills at VIDO’s Amazing Biotech Race booth during Global Biotech Week!🧬 They classified pathogens from CL1–4 and used hidden powder + a black light to see how easily pathogens can spread. @usask.ca
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 15/09/2026
VIDO is hiring a Research Technician to join Dr. Bettin’s research group studying how the immune system protects pigs from infectious diseases. The research has future applications in vaccine and infectious disease research. Learn more and apply: vido.org/careers/curr...
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 15/09/2026
Yesterday, we welcomed members of the Senate of Canada’s Standing Committee on Agriculture and Forestry to VIDO to learn more about our research supporting animal health, food security and infectious disease preparedness. @usask.ca #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 14/09/2026
We were pleased to welcome Major-General Scott Malcolm, Canadian Armed Forces Surgeon General, and DND and DRDC colleagues to VIDO last week to discuss our research and capabilities supporting Canada’s health security. @usask.ca #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 11/09/2026
From AI to quantum computing, advanced tools are changing how infectious disease research gets done. At VIDO, we’re using computing to narrow possibilities, focus lab testing and help accelerate vaccine and treatment research. Read more: www.vido.org/news/2026/fa... @usask.ca
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 08/09/2026
Calling all lifelong learners! VIDO scientist Dr. Scott Napper is teaching a course on vaccines and infectious diseases through Saskatoon Seniors Continued Learning at @usask.ca. Learn more: artsandscience.usask.ca/noncredit/ss...
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 03/09/2026
VIDO scientist Dr. Troy Sutton is an invited speaker at Options for the Control of Influenza in Washington, D.C. this week. He shared research on H5N1 and what its evolution can tell us about how the virus spreads and causes disease. @usask.ca
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 01/09/2026
VIDO is hiring a Research Technician to join Dr. Anna Lacasta’s African swine fever research team. The role will support understanding the virus & developing vaccines & other countermeasures against this important animal disease. Learn more and apply: www.vido.org/careers/curr...
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 01/09/2026
Welcome to Dr. Leonie Bettin, a new scientist at VIDO! 👋 Leonie’s research explores immune responses in pigs to help advance vaccines and animal health. We’re excited to have her on the team! @USaskResearch #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 19/08/2026
VIDO is at #CBIC today! Looking forward to connecting with producers and industry partners to support Canada’s livestock sector. We're alongside our @usask.ca colleagues from the WCVM, LFCE and College of Agriculture and Bioresources showcasing the strength of USask research. Stop by & say hi!
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 18/08/2026
New funding supports VIDO research on emerging viruses. Dr. Bryce Warner @brycewarner1.bsky.social is advancing vaccines for high-consequence bunyaviruses, while Dr. Arinjay Banerjee @banerjeelab.ca is studying coronaviruses in bats. Learn more: vido.org/news/2026/ci... @usask.ca
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 17/08/2026
We’re recruiting a PhD student to join Dr. Aneesh Thakur’s lab at VIDO! The project will focus on developing novel RNA vaccines for cattle and advancing vaccine innovation for animal health. Apply: vido.applytojobs.ca/research/50203 @usask.ca #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 10/08/2026
Want the latest from VIDO? Sign up for our quarterly newsletter for updates on infectious disease research, vaccine development, and how we’re helping protect human and animal health. Sign up: mailchi.mp/9e0c5c2081d5... @usask.ca #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 06/08/2026
High-containment research has resumed at VIDO following successful federal recertification and planned facility upgrades. Thank you to our team and federal partners for helping us safely return to operations. Learn more: www.vido.org/news/2026/vi... @usask.ca #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 21/07/2026
Welcome to VIDO, Dr. Anna Lacasta! As a new Principal Scientist, Dr. Lacasta will advance research to develop safe and effective vaccines against African swine fever, drawing on her expertise in immunology, virology and vaccine development. #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals @usask.ca
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 14/07/2026
This #NationalBisonWeek, we recognize bison’s cultural, historical and ecological importance. VIDO is working with partners like Parks Canada to better understand bovine tuberculosis and brucellosis in bison, helping support healthy wildlife populations and informed conservation. 📸 Christina Weese
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 09/07/2026
A new resource is available for Canada’s pork sector from Swine Innovation Porc. The Pork Research Hub brings swine research, technical resources, webinars, videos, podcasts and more into one searchable bilingual platform. Explore the Hub: porkresearchhub.ca #PorkResearchHub #SwineResearch
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 07/07/2026
VIDO is hiring for two new roles in Dr. Troy Sutton’s new lab. We’re looking for a Postdoctoral Fellow and Research Technician to support influenza research focused on transmission, pandemic risk assessment and vaccine development for humans and animals. Apply: www.vido.org/careers/curr...
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 07/07/2026
Flu viruses can be unpredictable. New VIDO research looks at how H5N1 and other flu viruses may interact with pigs, giving scientists important information to support future monitoring, risk assessment and preparedness. Read more: journals.asm.org/doi/epub/10.... @usask.ca
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 07/07/2026
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Troy Sutton to VIDO as a Principal Scientist. Dr. Sutton brings expertise in emerging influenza viruses, high-containment research, pandemic risk assessment and vaccine development for humans and animals. #WelcometoVIDO @usask.ca
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 18/06/2026
VIDO was glad to take part in the @cepi.net CLN-PMN Joint Face-to-Face Meeting in Cape Town this week. It was a great chance to connect with global lab partners and talk quality, biosecurity and sustainability, including through a panel on barriers and sustainability in lab work. @usask.ca
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 15/06/2026
VIDO has signed a new international agreement with @erinha-ri.bsky.social, making us the network’s first North American hub. @usask.ca To learn more, visit: www.vido.org/news/2026/vi...
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 10/06/2026
Congratulations to Megan, a VIDO PhD student on receiving a 2026 NSERC CGS-D scholarship! 👏 Megan’s research, “Dev'mnt of Avian Pathogenic Escherichia coli Vaccine Inspired by Evolution”, is a great example of how student-led science can help advance vaccine innovation and support animal health.
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 28/05/2026
Want the latest from VIDO? Sign up for our quarterly newsletter for updates on infectious disease research, vaccine development, and how we’re helping protect human and animal health. Sign up: mailchi.mp/9e0c5c2081d5... @usask.ca #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 15/05/2026
VIDO will temporarily pause high-containment lab research in spring 2026 for planned upgrades, CL3 recertification and initial CL4 certification work—helping ensure readiness for emerging infectious diseases. @usask.ca Learn more: www.vido.org/news/2026/vi...
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 05/05/2026
Cleaning out the garage or shed this spring? Know the risk before you sweep. Hantavirus is rare but serious, and VIDO is working to better understand it and reduce infection risk. Here are 5 things to know about hantavirus: www.vido.org/news/2026/to... @usask.ca @brycewarner1.bsky.social
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 04/05/2026
New faces at VIDO! This week, we’re excited to welcome our new graduate student and summer students. We’re looking forward to a great summer of learning, discovery, and collaboration. @usask.ca #WhatsHappeningAtVIDO #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 24/04/2026
Research co-led by @banerjeelab.ca uncovered an unexpected limit to SARS-CoV-2’s immune defenses. The virus may weaken one early immune response while also triggering another that helps cells fight back. Read more: www.vido.org/news/2026/re... @usask.ca #COVID19 #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 22/04/2026
We’re hiring a Project Manager to help launch the Canada Biodefence Network through the PRAIRIE Hub for Pandemic Preparedness, with VIDO as a key partner. To learn more and apply: vido.applytojobs.ca/project%20ma... #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals #biodefence @usask.ca
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 08/04/2026
We’re hiring a Research Technician, Flow Cytometry. Work with advanced analyzers + cell sorters, support researchers, and help drive high-quality, reproducible science. Apply: vido.applytojobs.ca/research/46640
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 08/04/2026
Building Canada’s vaccine expertise starts in the classroom. At @usask.ca, a vaccinology course led by VIDO scientists gives students insight into how vaccines move from discovery to deployment, strengthening preparedness for future disease threats: www.vido.org/news/2026/bu... @usaskmed.bsky.social
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 07/04/2026
On this #WorldHealthDay, we join @who.int in recognizing that advancing infectious disease research and vaccines is critical to protecting people, animals, and our shared future. #HealthForAll #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals @usask.ca
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 06/04/2026
We're growing and hiring across a wide range of roles from research scientists to operational, administration and trainees! Explore these roles and apply today or share with your network! ➡️ vido.org/careers #WorkAtVIDO #WorkWithUs #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 02/04/2026
We’re hiring an IT Support Specialist at VIDO. Help maintain secure, high-performance systems supporting vital research. Apply today: vido.applytojobs.ca/operations/4... #WorkAtVIDO #WorkWithUs #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 30/03/2026
🚨We’re hiring a Finance Officer at VIDO. Support the financial engine behind critical research and innovation. Apply today: vido.applytojobs.ca/administrati... #WorkAtVIDO #WorkWithUs #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 27/03/2026
We’re hiring a Mechanical & Operational Support Technician at VIDO. Help maintain the systems behind world-class infectious disease research. Apply today: vido.applytojobs.ca/operations/4... #WorkAtVIDO #WorkWithUs #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 24/03/2026
One of the deadliest diseases in history is still here. TB kills 1.3M people every year. On #WorldTBDay, VIDO researchers are advancing vaccines, drug targets, and new models to help stop TB. Read more: www.vido.org/news/2026/ad... @usask.ca @jeffchenmycolab.bsky.social #WorldTBDay #TB
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 20/03/2026
We’re hiring a Facility Manager at VIDO. Lead operations of high-containment labs and critical infrastructure supporting world-class infectious disease research. Apply: vido.applytojobs.ca/operations/4... #WorkAtVIDO #WorkWithUs #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 11/03/2026
6 years ago, #COVID19 changed the world. VIDO played a key role in finding solutions. • Virus isolated within weeks • 200+ organizations supported globally • Canada’s first university-led COVID vaccine advanced to clinical trials Read more: www.vido.org/news/2026/si...
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 10/03/2026
New research from Dr. Qiang Liu shows promise for protecting pigs from Porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDV). A new bivalent vaccine candidate has triggered strong immune responses against 2 major PEDV strains. Healthier pigs = stronger food systems. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41653521/
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 05/03/2026
Applications are open for the SIGA & VIDO Indigenous One Health Fellowship & Career Start Program! This program provides: ✔️ Education funding ✔️ Paid summer placements at VIDO ✔️ Guaranteed employment after graduation Apply by March 31, 2026. Learn more: vido.applytojobs.ca/internship/4...
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 04/03/2026
We were honoured to welcome leaders from the Gov't of Canada to VIDO today to discuss health emergency readiness and pandemic preparedness. Thank you to Ritu Banerjee & Jocelyn Milburn (Health Emergency Readiness Canada) and Alastair MacFadden (Prairies Economic Development Canada) for visiting.
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 03/03/2026
We’re hiring for VIDO’s Vaccine Development Centre. Join our team advancing Canada’s vaccine readiness. Quality Manager: vido.applytojobs.ca/operations/4... Facility Assistant: vido.applytojobs.ca/operations/4... Apply now!
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 03/03/2026
🚨MSc & PhD opportunity Dr. Yan Zhou is recruiting for a CIHR-funded H5N1 immunology project. CL3 training included. Apply via vido.applytojobs.ca/research/45608 #PhD #MSc #Virology
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 27/02/2026
From proof of concept to real-world impact in infectious disease innovation. VIDO supports partners with high-containment research, 40+ animal models, & #OneHealth expertise to move vaccines & therapeutics forward with confidence. Learn more: www.vido.org/news/2026/fr... #VaccineDevelopment #Biotech
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 23/02/2026
We’re hiring at VIDO! 🔬 Principal Research Scientist – ESKAPE Pathogens 🐄 Principal Research Scientist – Bovine Respiratory Disease 🛡️ Associate Biosafety Officer Help us advance infectious disease research. Apply today: vido.org/careers/curr... @usask.ca
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 20/02/2026
Our research image is on this month’s Journal of Virology cover!👏The paper explores how SARS-CoV-2 and MERS-CoV infect human lung organoid-derived cultures, advancing models for respiratory virus research and host responses. journals.asm.org/doi/10.1128/... @usask.ca @banerjeelab.ca
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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 19/02/2026
Stay updated on cutting-edge infectious disease research and our global impact with our quarterly newsletter. Sign up now and be part of the future of disease prevention:📩👉https://mailchi.mp/9e0c5c2081d5/vido-newsletter-sign-up
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