Emergent and Re-Emergent Viruses as a Global Threat to Human Health

The goal of the course "Emergent and re-emergent viruses as a global threat to human health"is to provide a holistic vision and a background on the biology, natural history and spread of emerging viruses with emphasis on arboviruses, including the genetic variability of the viruses and their interaction with vectors, reservoirs and human hosts. Strategies for vector control, prophylactics, treatments and social impact will be discussed as well as current and new tools for diagnostics.