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Conference on viruses and pandemics – How can research prepare us for the next pandemic?

What research is needed to be prepared for the next pandemic? How do we create the right conditions for research that are important for pandemic preparedness? A pandemic leads to complex challenges for society and individuals. The conference will highlight issues from an interdisciplinary perspective. The conference is aimed at the research community, research policy actors as well as the public and private sectors that have connections to research on viruses and pandemics.

Date

12 November 2025

Time

08.30–16.30

Place

Nalen, Regeringsgatan 74, Stockholm

Organiser

The Swedish Resarch Council

The Swedish Research Council is responsible for a ten-year national research program on viruses and pandemics. The research program, which started in 2021 and is part of the government's long-term strategy and action plan to counteract and reduce virus outbreaks and pandemics. The conference is part of the program. The conference is aimed at the research community, research policy actors as well as the public and private sectors that have connections to research on viruses and pandemics. Meet inspiring speakers and get the opportunity to network with other participants.

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