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Events showcasing research, fostering community and furthering education

From seminars to research fairs to symposiums, the EPI hosts events that help develop research, further education and maximize outreach capabilities. Signing up for an event means entering the world of new and re-emerging pathogens.

EPI Research Day

Events

EPI Research Day

Since 2009, the EPI has hosted its annual research day. As the institute’s biggest event of the year, EPI Research Day hosts keynote talks from renowned speakers, a large poster session, exhibit booths, networking, engaging event activities and more. It’s an outstanding opportunity for investigators in infectious diseases to showcase their work and meet others with similar interests!

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EPI Events

EPI Seminars

EPI Seminar Series

The EPI seminar series boasts a robust schedule each year, with exciting speakers who lead programs aligned with the EPI mission. During each seminar, enjoy lunch on us, and use the event as an opportunity to learn and engage in light networking.

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EPI Symposium

Animal Behavior & Infectious Disease Symposium

Join us for expert talks, a building tour and a brief poster session. Register to secure your spot before the limited event reaches capacity.

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A collage of disease-related organisms and animals arranged in overlapping circles. In the center, a hippopotamus peers out of the water. Surrounding images include a close-up of a fruit fly, a microscopic view of worm-like parasites on a pink background, a large brown snail on a green leaf, a mosquito perched on a leaf, and a colorful microscopic image of tangled, threadlike organisms against a dark background.

EPI Symposium

Vibrio Symposium

The EPI is gathering experts to lead discussions on the public health implications, environmental impact and response to Vibrio bacteria. Talks included special guests from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Harvard University and Case Western Reserve University.

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Digital 3D illustration of Vibrio cholerae bacteria with flagella. The bacteria are elongated, curved, and reddish with a yellow outline, floating in a teal, blurred background. Some bacteria have visible, thread-like flagella extending from their bodies.

EPI Symposium

Hansen’s Disease (Leprosy) Symposium

The EPI gathered experts to lead discussions on the public health implications and response to Hansen’s disease (leprosy).

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A 3D illustration of the mycobacterium leprae bacteria, which is the causative agent of leprosy.

Research Day News Archive

News In Brief

  1. Nimra Khalid wins the 2026 pre-doctoral research poster competition
  2. Sarah Acra wins the 2026 undergraduate research poster competition
  3. Jeff Gruntmeir wins the 2025 early-stage investigator research poster…
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Past Research Day Book of Abstracts

Research Day 2026

2026 Abstracts

Peruse our latest book of abstracts for the latest infectious disease research.

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Institutional Calendar

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EPI Calendar Request

Please submit a request to have your seminars, events and more appear on the EPI Calendar.

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