2nd Global Virtual Symposium on Trypanosomiasis

September 16, 2026 | Eastern Time (US & Canada) | Online

Connect with leading parasitologists, scientists, and researchers at a global virtual symposium exploring the latest advances and collaborations in trypanosomiasis research and control.

About the Symposium

Building on the success our 2025 edition of Virtual Symposium on Trypanosomiasis, the II Global Virtual Symposium on Trypanosomiasis 2026 will continue to promote scientific exchange and international collaboration in the field.

This year’s program will feature the latest advances in drug development, genomics, vector biology, diagnostics, and disease management for Human African Trypanosomiasis and Chagas disease.

Trypanosomiasis remains a significant global health challenge, particularly in underserved regions, highlighting the need for continued research and innovation in prevention and control strategies.

This 1-day virtual symposium will serve as a valuable platform for basic, clinical, and translational research discussions. We look forward to welcoming you online on September 16, 2026.

Speakers

Researcher

Jean Mathieu Bart, PhD

Institute of Research for Development , France

Elimination of human African trypanosomiasis in guinea: Many reasons to be optimistic, some reasons to stay awake

Researcher

Rafaela Salgado Ferreira, PhD

 Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Brazil

Navigating chemical space to develop cruzain inhibitors as potential candidates to treat chagas disease

Researcher

Marta De Lana, PhD

Universidade Federal de Ouro Preto, Brazil

Parasitological cure and impact of benznidazole treatment on the evolution of chronic chagas disease in cohorts of patients from the Jequitinhonha Valley, Minas Gerais, Brazil

Researcher

Ana Paula C A Lima, PhD

Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Mining the trypanosoma cruzi kinome: Identification of unique protein kinases essential for differentiation

Why Attend?

Latest Research

Hear groundbreaking studies from global experts.

Flexible Learning

Access recorded talks at your convenience.

Global Networking

Engage with professionals worldwide in live sessions.

Certification & Value

Receive a certificate of participation and attend cost-effectively without travel expenses.

Registration

Early Bird Registration Deadline: June 30, 2026

Student

$49
  • Access to live meeting
  • Access to recorded talks
  • Book of Abstracts
  • Full Program
  • Participation Certificate
  • 1-on-1 networking (during breaks)

Industry

$69
  • Access to live meeting
  • Access to recorded talks
  • Book of Abstracts
  • Full Program
  • Participation Certificate
  • 1-on-1 networking (during breaks)