Emerging Pathogens Institute

The Emerging Pathogens Institute, located in Gainesville, Florida, is a research institution dedicated to understanding and addressing infectious diseases. Established in 2006 by University of Florida faculty and researchers, the Institute houses over 250 distinguished faculty members who contribute to a world-class research environment. The Institute's research focuses on a wide range of significant pathogen-related areas. These include emerging viral threats like COVID-19 and vector-borne diseases such as Zika, West Nile, Malaria, Dengue, and tick-borne illnesses. They also investigate other viral pathogens like influenza and HIV, as well as bacterial threats like tuberculosis, drug-resistant TB, and non-TB mycobacterial diseases. Their research encompasses foodborne and enteric illnesses, including cholera and diarrheal diseases, and extends to foodborne disease policy and control, plant and food crop pathogens, antibiotic resistance, and hospital infection control. The Emerging Pathogens Institute's commitment to interdisciplinary research and its comprehensive approach to addressing infectious disease challenges distinguish it as a leading institution in its field. For more information, please visit their website at lnk.bio/uf_epi.