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!

An overheard picture of attendees milling around between the rows of poster boards at EPI Research Day 2024.

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.

Attendees clap after the speaker's presentation at the EPI seminar.

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.

A collage of photos. One picture displays a tick, one displays a parasite, one displays a deer, one displays a crayfish, one displays a spider with fungus, and one displays bacillus anthracis.

EPI Symposium

Vibrio Symposium

The EPI gathered experts to lead discussions on the public health implications, environmental impact and response to Vibrio bacteria. Talks included special guests from Japan and Thailand.

Vibrio cholerae, Gram-negative bacteria. 3D illustration of bacteria with flagella

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).

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

Research Day News Archive

Jeff Gruntmeir wins the 2025 early-stage…

University of Florida Emerging Pathogens Institute assistant scientist Jeff Gruntmeir, Ph.D., won first place in the early-stage investigator poster…

Person poses in front of the EPI vertical banner that reads "understanding global emergence and the spread of infectious disease."

Sebastian Botero-Cañola wins the 2025…

Sebastian Botero-Cañola, Ph.D., a postdoctoral associate at the UF College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, won first place in the postdoctoral…

Person poses in front of the EPI vertical banner that reads "understanding global emergence and the spread of infectious disease."

Marta Reguera Gómez wins the 2025 postdoctoral…

Marta Reguera Gómez, Ph.D., a postdoctoral associate at the UF College of Dentistry, won first place in the postdoctoral poster competition at EPI…

Person poses in front of the EPI vertical banner that reads "understanding global emergence and the spread of infectious disease."

Past Research Day Book of Abstracts

Research Day 2025

2025 Abstracts

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

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event Calendar

Institutional Calendar

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