IDM: annual symposium

Jeremy Bingham, a Junior Researcher at SACEMA, travelled to Seattle, Washington, to attend the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s Infectious Disease Modelling branch’s annual symposium (https://www.idmod.org/symposium/current-symposium/). The symposium is a conference-style gathering of experts in infectious disease modelling and public health professionals and took place on the 1st and 2nd October. The trip was funded by BMGF, and Jeremy gave a 15-minute presentation on wastewater modelling work at the symposium, met with various BMGF team members to discuss methods and plans for potential collaborations and investments. 

Jeremy states: “The IDM symposium is a very well organised gathering, with some of the best talks I have had the privilege of attending. While the focus pathogens and topics vary widely, there is a general theme of policy-relevant research. I would strongly recommend that others apply to attend future IDM symposiums (the next one is expected to be held in 2026), for the chance to be exposed to research at the very top of a variety of sub-fields.” 

Around the corner from the foundation is a stunning 10km track around Lake Union.