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The Center for Vector-Borne Zoonotic and Emerging Diseases

Advancing research, enhancing education, and promoting a strong partnership between the community and the University in the area of vector borne disease.

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Christopher Vitek
Center Director
Department of Biology
ESCNE 4.616
Email: cvbd@utrgv.edu
Phone: (956) 665-7170

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  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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  • Texas Department of State Health Services
  • American Mosquito Control Association
  • Western Gulf Center of Excellence for Vector-Borne Disease
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Center for Vector-Borne Disease

The UTRGV Center for Vector Borne Disease is a multi-disciplinary, multi-departmental institute at UTRGV, focused on studied vector-borne disease.  Vector borne diseases can include human, animal, and plant pathogens.  Faculty in the center study all aspects of disease transmission, including interactions between the host-disease-vector, epidemiological aspects, and methods for prediction and control.  The Center's mission is to advance research, education, and community outreach in this field.


 

For more information call 956-665-7170 or email cvbd@utrgv.edu   

 


 

 On January 25, UT-Health and the Texas Epidemic Public Health Institute (TEPHI) is hosting a is hosting “The Texas Public Health Summit.  Registration is free, and you can attend in person or online.  If interested, please see this link for more details - Texas Public Health Summit Registration

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