18th Of April Could the ocean be the key to pandemic preparedness?

Pandemisenteret by Midjourney
Bilde: Pandemisenteret by Midjourney

Date: 18th of April
Time: 19.00 – 20.00 CET
Location: Statsraaden Bar & Reception, Bradbenken 2, 5003 Bergen

Join us at Statsraaden Bar & Reception as we explore the intersection between oceanic dynamics, maritime ecosystems and pandemic preparedness.

As humanity learns from the challenges posed in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, new possibilities to be prepared emerge: Could the ocean hold the key to pandemic preparedness? Join us for this event where we delve into this question and explore the multifaceted relationship between the ocean, pandemics, and preparedness.

Our event will feature four presentations followed by a panel discussion, which will offer diverse perspectives on the topic by:

  • Professor Morten Hammerborg 
  • Professor Noel Keenlyside
  • Professor Oddrun Gulbrandsen
  • Professor Preben Avitsland

Professor Esperanza Diaz, leader of the Pandemic Centre, will moderate the debate following the four presentations above. Read more about the program here!

Practical information

  • Open and free to everyone
  • Questions? Please contact Andrea Magugliani via e-mail Andrea.Magugliani@uib.no
  • You`ll find Statsraaden Bar & Reception here