Fostering of the Southeast Asian network of early career researchers and online training of mosquito-borne zoonotic diseases This Small Grants’ goal is to initiate a network of One Health researchers throughout Southeast Asia adequately trained to work on mosquito-borne diseases by setting up a field and laboratory training. Malaria has been a global health problem for decades and remains a global health problem. In order to fight against this, a project done in collaboration with researchers from various countries of Southeast Asia has been initiated and led by Dr. Morakot Kaewthamasorn. It provided laboratory skills that would enable participants to establish their own collaborating work in their countries. Through the capacity building provided by this grant, participants have improved their basic skills on how to handle mosquitoes and collect blood samples, strengthened their research readiness on conventional and advanced molecular methods on diagnosis of zoonotic diseases, and could initiate talks between peers on this matter. This course has been focused on zoonotic mosquito-borne disease; due to the global health problem it represents throughout the world. The objective of this study was to detect zoonotic Plasmodium knowlesi in monkeys and its vector. A total of 56 blood samples from long-tailed macaque (Macaca fascicularis) in Maenam Phachi Wildlife Sanctuary of Ratchaburi province, Thailand, have been screened for malaria parasites. The project has been successful even though the blood sample collection has been difficult due to the time the project started. In October, mosquitoes go into diapause (period during which the development of an insect is suspended), which result in fewer mosquitoes. Nevertheless, participants still learned how to successfully collect mosquitoes in the field, and understand the entire process of identification of the malaria parasite. At the end of the project, the researchers have been able to start developing peer conversations for further work on the malaria. SEAOHUN 2020 Small Grants Project team leader: Dr. Morakot Kaewthamasorn (Chulalongkorn University), Thailand Team members: Dr. Yudhi Ratna Nugraheni (Universitas Gadjah Mada), Indonesia Dr. Aung Aung (Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Irrigation), Myanmar Duriyang Narapakdesakul (Chulalongkorn University), Thailand Dr. Fajar Budi Lestari (Universitas Gadjah Mada), Indonesia Dr. Phonepadith Xangsayarath (Ministry of Health of Lao PDR), Laos Dr. Anh Hoang Lan Nguyen (Chulalongkorn University), Vietnam Dr. Farindira Vesti Rahmasari (Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta), Indonesia - Personal protective equipment, distancing, and group size standards in this photo were consistent with local public health guidance and COVID-19 status in the specific country and time it was taken. This may not reflect best practices for all locations where COVID-19 is still spreading. -

“The 1st Asia Pacific Regional Coordination and Scientific Conference for Field Epidemiology Training Programs for Veterinarians (FETPVs)” in collaboration with FAO RAP, DDC and DLD. This conference is tentatively planned to be held with the hybrid format. Scientific conference will be organized around the theme “Driving Utilization of Field Epidemiology in Fighting Outbreak and Public Health Threats” and will be held in Bangkok and online via zoom on Wednesday – Friday 1-3 December 2021. Pleased attend and submit the abstracts online at https://www.conference-fetpv.com/call-for-abstracts. The deadline for submissions is Friday, October 15 at 11:59pm Bangkok time. Selected participants will be announced via email on October 30, 2021. NOTE: For participants from China: if you find difficulties in abstracts submission, please contact us. If you have any questions about the abstract submission process or requirements, please kindly find more detail in the conference website: www.conference-fetpv.com or contact directly at email: conference.fetpv@gmail.com.

"You must invest in preparedness, and especially in human resources and in promoting One Health. Let’s all collaborate—ministries, universities, inter-governmental and non-governmental organizations, and the private sector—to develop our One Health workforce, generate evidence-based information for policymakers, and maintain public health surge capacity." Dr. Vipat Kuruchittham said at STOP Spillover's Field Notes Blog. Vipat is the executive director of SEAOHUN, a regional One Health network that is working to develop a resilient and competent One Health workforce by leveraging education, research, and training. Before leading the network, he worked to improve population health and higher education at U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, United Nations Development Programme, Malaria Consortium, Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization Regional Center for Higher Education, and Chulalongkorn University. He holds a Ph.D. in Health Systems Engineering with a minor in public health and Master of Science in Industrial Engineering in Decision Science and Operations Research from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. To read more about how STOP Spillover fits into the SEAOHUN’s mission and what he sees as the biggest challenges to stopping future spillovers, outbreaks, and pandemics. Click here! https://stopspillover.org/news-commentary/field-notes-blog/seaohun-executive-director-dr-vipat-kuruchittham-we-must-be-united

The GHSA Workforce Development Action Package (D5) under the regional strategic plan in strengthening field epidemiology mentors in the country, would like to announce the 25 scholarships available (USD.200 x 25 pax) for GHSA member countries to participate in the 1st virtual training course on "Refreshing Course for Field Epidemiology Mentor" which will be held from Sept.21, 23, 29, and 30, 2021. Please see the course information as attached file. Why is this course is exclusively for you and your colleagues? * Field supervisor (epidemiology) * Extract only what is necessary for field epidemiology mentors * Teach by seasoned field epidemiology mentor. GHSA will select the grantees by review the application (online), the grantees will receive the zoom link and certificate attendance. Please apply and register via google form via QR code as attach a file or at https://forms.gle/y4VYjGd9RBj2B28h7

R-FETPV would like to inform you of the great opportunity to enhance your writing and presenting skill. The Online Scientific Abstract writing, and Oral Presentation Workshop is organized for Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP) and FETP-Veterinarian alumni, trainees and field epidemiologists in Southeast Asia. The aims of this workshop are to enhance the writing skill of participants in producing scientific structure / one-page abstract along with the organized, convincing and concise presentation that are acceptable for reviewing by the international journal / scientific conference and promote multi-sectoral collaboration by sharing experience and expertise. The online course comprises of 4 days of lectures, 3 hours/day, 13.00-16.00 (Indochina Time) as follows; · Monday 1, Thursday 4 November 2021 (Abstract writing) · Monday 8, Thursday 11 November 2021 (Oral presentation). · Writing coaches consultation between 1-4 NOV and 8-11 NOV. We cordially invite and encourage to submit draft abstract for the “ONLINE SCIENTIFIC ABSTRACT WRITING AND ORAL PRESENTATION WORKSHOP”. For international applicants, please provide your in-country writing coach who will give you the consultation between 1-4 NOV and 8-11 NOV. A small honorarium will be offered. The theme of the abstract could be surveillance, investigation, epidemiological study or field project on human health, animal health or wildlife focus on emergency outbreak response activities. The abstracts focus on COVID-19 in animal and human health sectors is preferable and would be receiving special consideration. Timeline for application - Deadline for draft abstract submission is 15 October 2021 - Selected participants will be announced on 22 October 2021 The draft abstracts must be in English language and submit electronically to Ms.Tippawon Prarakamawongsa < E-mail: dld.rfetpv@dld.go.th> Each participant will be asked to produce abstract and submit to “Asia Pacific Regional Coordination and Scientific Conference on Field Epidemiology Training Programs for Veterinarians, 1-3 Dec 2021” for poster presentation or oral presentation consideration. As importantly, please kindly find more detail in the concept paper for your perusal as attached file herewith. For more information please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Sith Premashthira, R-FETPV Program Manager or Ms.Tippawon Prarakamawongsa, Coordinator at dld.fetpv@gmail.com.

We are looking for students from all disciplines who are actively doing research pertaining to the theme of "Innovations" to present their research at the symposium. All details can be found in the attached PDF. The deadline for abstracts is September 17, 2021. Call for Proposals: UC Davis 8th Annual One Health Symposium University of California-Davis November 6th, 2021 The UC Davis 8th Annual One Health Symposium aims to explore and discuss topics related to innovations that impact human, animal, or environmental health. Such topics include innovations using traditional practices, in environmental health and comparative medicine, as well as innovations in policy and health. In this event, veterinarians, physicians, engineers, nurses, students, and researchers will gather in-person and virtually, to learn more about the research that is being done in areas involving innovations. Call for Presentation Abstracts Any undergraduate, graduate, or postdoctoral scholars are welcome to submit abstracts pertaining to the theme of “Innovation”. This will be an opportunity for students to showcase their research to colleagues and professionals in the field. The abstract should include a title, an introduction, objectives, methods, results, and a conclusion, limited to 1 page. Since this will be a hybrid event due to COVID-19, those whose abstracts are chosen will be asked to either record themselves and submit a 5-10 minute video or present a poster at the symposium on the Student Led Research Panel. Panelists will also be asked to attend a virtual or in-person Q&A session on November 6th, 2021, where individuals attending the symposium can ask questions about your research. Abstract Deadline: September 17th, 2021 If you know of any students currently involved in research! please submit your abstract trough to Johanna Vega Garcia, jvegagarcia@ucdavis.edu and cc Felicia Yen, felyen@ucdavis.edu For any questions, please contact Johanna Vega Garcia, jvegagarcia@ucdavis.edu

WPSAR has partnered with TEPHINET to develop a series of four webinars on scientific writing of field epidemiology projects for publication in celebration of the inaugural World Field Epidemiology Day. The 30-minute webinars are to be delivered over four weeks starting on Wednesday September 8 Manila time (Tuesday September 7 for our partners in the US). Topics and times are below. More details and how to sign up are at this link: https://bit.ly/SciPubWebinar. Converting Your Field Epidemiology Work Into a Publishable Article Wednesday September 8, 9:00am Manila, Philippines time (GMT+8) / Tuesday September 7, 9:00pm Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) Preparing Your Manuscript for Submission Wednesday September 15, 9:00am Manila, Philippines time (GMT+8) / Tuesday September 14, 9:00pm EDT Addressing Reviewer Feedback on Your Manuscript Wednesday September 22, 9:00am Manila, Philippines time (GMT+8) / Tuesday September 21, 9:00pm EDT Being a Good Reviewer Wednesday September 29, 9:00am Manila, Philippines time (GMT+8) / Tuesday September 28, 9:00pm EDT

In celebration of the 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟏, Federation of Asian Veterinary Associations (FAVA) is delighted to announce the call for application of "𝐖𝐀𝐀𝐖 𝐅𝐀𝐑𝐌 𝐃𝐄𝐒𝐈𝐆𝐍 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐄 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟏: 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥- 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐮𝐦-𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐢𝐠 𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚". 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐟: The contest on the farm design for small to medium-scale pig farms is open for all individuals or groups of individuals from any professions who are from FAVA or FAO Member. 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝟏𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟏, 17.00hrs (Bangkok Time). 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐬: 1st prize: 3,000 USD 2nd prize: 2,000 USD 3rd prize: 1,000 USD 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦 are as attached or can be downloaded at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/18YyqvBzjfX8tyKke7wV3hwPiJSH4pSZ9 𝐈𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: WAAWDesignChallenge2021@gmail.com Updates on the contest/ WAAW2021: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WAAWDesignChallenge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waawfarmdesignchallenge2021/

The European Union's antimicrobial resistance (AMR) high-level Conference to be held on 18, 19 and 20 October 2021, via videoconference/webinar. For more information, please access to the official Invitation letter attached, as well as the provisional Programme of the Conference. In case you would be interested to register more people from your organisation, please feel free to circulate the invitation internally. In order to register before 25 September 2021 (compulsory), please click on the link: https://reg.nookom.eu/?code=AMRASIA2021 and use this password: AMRASIA2021. On this website, besides the link to the Registration page, you will find the following : The programme of the AMR Conference in Bangkok The concept note of each Session The privacy statement The Mission letter of the EU Commissioner for Health and Food Safety, Ms. Kyriakides AMR 2017 EU One Health action plan AMR 2018-2022 Action plan progress report EU GUIDELINES - Prudent use of AM in human health 2017 ‘eu4health’ Factsheet For more information on the AMR Topic, please consult the website of DG SANTE or see a presentation video on the links: https://ec.europa.eu/health/antimicrobial-resistance/eu-action-on-antimicrobial-resistance_en https://audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/video/I-139884

Official Launch 6th September 2021 16:15 – 17:45 (CEST) at the IUCN WCC Marseille Room: H9 - B 11 Press Conference Room* onsite & as livestream * Identifying and reducing human health risks from wildlife trade needs an internationally coordinated and effective approach. To this end, the German Government is officially launching the International Alliance against Health Risks in Wildlife Trade as an inclusive and interdisciplinary platform, with the participation of already some 80 national and international political and civil society organizations, incl. indigenous communities, as well as scientific institutions. The Alliance will translate the commitment and political will of its members by pooling interdisciplinary information and know-how. It will catalyze joint action by stakeholders from the fields of nature conservation, human and animal health as well as development cooperation and social sciences. The Alliance focuses on human-wildlife interfaces and associated health risks, specifically in wildlife trade, and the emergence and spread of zoonotic pathogens from wildlife. We, the Alliance and its members, • respect cultural identity, traditional knowledge and practices as well as subsistence use of wildlife, • aim to substantially reduce the risks of zoonotic spillovers from wildlife, • will enhance international and national awareness, knowledge, policies and action to narrow the gap between science and implementation, • contribute to reducing harmful wildlife exploitation. Register here: https://www.iucncongress2020.org/ Learn more about International Alliance against Health Risks in Wildlife Trade : https://alliance-health-wildlife.org/

"Collaborating to strengthen One Health Education in Southeast Asia" To download our press release click here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1bl-8-0cjB56Rs8NKfeb5BEs6aD0QiqZ0?usp=sharing

Story telling is entertainment, but sometimes it saves lives. As COVID-19 hit the globe, we all learnt the importance of information that doctors, and scientists convey. Communicating their information effectively is in itself an important skill to cultivate, and this is where story telling comes into play. To help future doctors, veterinarians, and other health professionals gain the important skill of communication, SEAOHUN organized a webinar for students on 28 May 2021. The webinar, supported by the USAID-funded One Health Workforce - Next Generation Project and Chevron, was targeted for students and featured experts who shared advice on making short videos for social change. It was organized as part of the SEAOHUN 2021 Regional Students’ Competition on the Risk of Zoonotic Diseases, which was launched earlier this year. Over 200 attendees from Australia, Cambodia, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, Lao PDR, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam had a chance to learn from communication specialists from the One Health Institute, University of California Davis (UCD) and Chevron’s media and communication experts. These communication gurus have mastered the skill of distilling complex scientific problems simple and engaging narratives for the public and were able to pass this knowledge onto the students. “Learn about your communities before you talk to them. Don’t suggest something that is too difficult to do, or for which there are not enough resources,” – David Wolking, Senior Manager of Global Programs from the One Health Institute, UCD advised the students. “The style is important”- reminded Evan Martin, Digital Communications Advisor from Chevron Australia, “all styles have their pros and cons. With infographics it is hard to convey a human story, the interviews are more difficult to film. Choose the one that works best for your story.” As students are gearing up to make their videos for the competition, SEAOHUN is actively assembling the judging panel. Stay tuned to view contestants’ videos and vote for your favorite to win the People’s Pick Award! To view the webinar video recording, go here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5FyzZ9mkl4&t=973s To learn more about the competition, go here: https://www.seaohun.org/student-activities