The scientific working groups within the Pasteur Network (PN Scientific Working Groups), which will soon commence their activities, have been established to support the strategic vision and objectives of the Pasteur Network. Members of these groups are selected through a public call by the International Pasteur Network and will serve a three-year term.

The goals of the Pasteur Network's scientific working groups are as follows:

 

• Enhancing scientific and research excellence through collaboration and knowledge exchange
• Supporting the strategies of the Pasteur Network and aligning with its mission and overall objectives
• Promoting interdisciplinary and inter-organizational collaborations
• Increasing global visibility and impact on the network’s scientific research and achievements
• Identifying opportunities for capacity building, training, guidance, and resource sharing

 

Currently, the following individuals from the Pasteur Institute of Iran have been selected for the scientific working groups:

Vector-borne Diseases Affected by Climate Change: This group focuses on research related to vector-borne diseases influenced by climate change, emphasizing shifts in vector distribution, seasonality, and disease severity due to rising temperatures and environmental changes. Dr. Mostafa Salehi Vaziri is a member of this group.

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR): This group addresses the critical public health threat posed by antimicrobial resistance, focusing on strategic thinking, strengthening collaborations, and enhancing surveillance and capacity building. Activities include monitoring antimicrobial resistance and comprehensive molecular studies on resistance mechanisms. Dr. Farzad Badamsti is a member.

Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) in Vaccines: This group emphasizes research, development, and innovation in vaccines, covering all stages from basic research to production and clinical trials. Dr. Alireza Kavyanpour is a member.

Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) in Diagnostics: This group promotes collaboration and capacity building for the development and improvement of diagnostic tools to enable accurate and rapid identification of infectious diseases. Its goal is to develop diagnostics that are accessible and reliable in high-burden regions with limited resources. Dr. Yasaman Taslimi is a member.