About us Edinburgh Infectious Diseases connects over 1200 Scientists in 250 research groups, actively working in infectious disease research across the city of Edinburgh.Researchers address topics as diverse as biomarkers of viral infection, delivery of healthcare in unstable settings, antimicrobial resistance, neglected tropical diseases and pandemics science taking a whole-of-society approach. Latest news Sustained investment in pandemic preparedness essential for global health security Insights aim to accelerate eradication of fatal livestock diseaseResearch Focus: From intramammary infections in dairy cows to drivers of Foot-and-Mouth DiseaseTwo HFSP grant successes for School of Bological Sciences researchersHepatitis test and treat successfully rolled out in Edinburgh prison Events EMS 300 Health is Global Symposium - Wednesday 21 and Thursday 22 October 2026, McEwan Hall2026 Winter Lecture, Professor Sir Peter Horby - Wednesday 18 November 2026, Informatics Forum Our research Information about the wide range of infectious disease research happening on across Edinburgh. Core activities Core activities of Edinburgh Infectious Diseases. Seminars Details of relevant local seminars on infectious diseases and events happening in Edinburgh and further afield. Teaching and training Information for prospective students about taught and research programmes in infectious diseases. Receive our weekly newsletter Sign up here to receive our weekly e-newsletter of events and activities. One Health at Edinburgh How our researchers and students are improving the wellbeing of people, animals and the environment across the world. Follow us on Linkedin! Follow us on Bluesky! This article was published on Tuesday 27 August 2024