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Diagnostics paper published in new DISCONTOOLS & STAR IDAZ Collection
A paper on gaps in diagnostics has been published in the new BMC Veterinary Research article Collection “DISCONTOOLS & STAR IDAZ research gaps for infectious disease control in animals”. The article, Diagnostic gap analysis in animal health through combining public databases by Elhachimi, Ciria and Charlier (2026), presents a novel methodology for identifying diagnostic research gaps in animal health by integrating information from publicly available databases. The study demonstrates how structured, evidence-based approaches can support priority setting and guide investment in the development of new diagnostic tools for infectious animal diseases. The Collection brings together narrative reviews informed by DISCONTOOLS…
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Invitation to the STAR IDAZ Americas Regional Network Meeting in Ottawa
The next in-person STAR IDAZ Americas Regional Network Meeting will be held on 8 May 2026 in Ottawa, Canada, bringing together members of the STAR IDAZ community to strengthen international collaboration in animal health research. The meeting will provide a valuable opportunity for dialogue and knowledge exchange among animal health funders and programme owners to…
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SIRCAH meets in Brussels to plan next phase of international animal health research coordination
The Support for the International Research Consortium on Animal Health (SIRCAH) team met in person in Brussels on 5 March 2026 to discuss plans for the remainder of the SIRCAH2 period and to begin looking ahead to SIRCAH3. SIRCAH serves as the Secretariat for the STAR IDAZ International Research Consortium (IRC), providing organisational and communication…
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Nigeria–EU Science & Innovation Day to Strengthen Research Partnerships
On 24 February 2026, Lagos will host the Nigeria–EU Science & Innovation Day, bringing together researchers, innovators and policymakers to advance collaboration between Nigeria and the European Union. The event will highlight emerging research initiatives, promote engagement among early-career researchers, and strengthen dialogue on shared priorities in science and innovation. It provides a platform to…
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STAR IDAZ Influenza Research Roadmaps Referenced in GF-TADs Avian Influenza Update
5 February 2026 — STAR IDAZ International Research Consortium (IRC) was referenced today during the joint FAO–WOAH event “Update on the Latest Initiatives for Avian Influenza Prevention and Control” held under the umbrella of the Global Framework for the Progressive Control of Transboundary Animal Diseases (GF‑TADs). The session offered an overview of ongoing global efforts…
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