Geneva, Switzerland – The fifth session of the Working Group on the Strengthening of the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) is scheduled to take place from December 2 to 13, 2024, at the United Nations Office in Geneva. This meeting aims to advance international cooperation and enhance the implementation of the BWC as state parties navigate the increasingly complex landscape of biological threats.
The Vaccines and Immunization Devices (VAX) team of the Prequalification Unit (PQT) in the Department of Regulation and Prequalification (RPQ) of the World Health Organization holds a workshop on risk-benefit assessment of snake antivenom immunoglobulin products for use in Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia in Dubai, UAE – December 3-4, 2024.
On February 17-18, 2025, the Razi Institute will hold an online seminar titled “Venomous Animals & Antivenoms: Bridging Science, Innovation, and Global Health.” This event aims to be a leading forum for advancing scientific knowledge and fostering collaboration in the study of venomous animals and the development of antivenoms. The ultimate objective of this event is to reduce the global incidence of fatalities and casualties resulting from venomous animal bites and stings.