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February 2026

In Paris, Trees Reduce Mortality Linked to Heat Waves

An international study shows that districts with more vegetation experience lower mortality during heatwaves and that increasing green cover could reduce heat-related deaths by up to one third
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Towards Faster Diagnosis of Congenital Chagas
in Latin America

The ChagasLAMP2 project aims to facilitate early access to treatment for vertically transmitted infections caused by 'Trypanosoma cruzi'

ISGlobal and Made of Genes Join Forces to Revolutionise Sports Health through AI

The alliance brings together research excellence and technological leadership, strengthening the innovation ecosystem alongside the Barça Innovation Hub
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Manolis Kogevinas: “As a Scientist, you Must Aim to Do Large Studies that Have an Impact on People’s Lives”
Interview by Yvette Moya-Angeler
The renowned researcher reflects on his scientific career, social commitment, and how science can generate real change in society.
From Curiosity to the Fight Against Deadly Viruses: My Journey with Ebola and Nipah
Beatriz Escudero 
It all started when I was a child, with a forgotten book lying next to the sofa. Today, I study the Nipah and Ebola viruses in maximum biosafety laboratories.
Global Warming Threatens the Tour de France (and Other Summer Sporting Events)
D. Petrova, P. Rubio, I. Cvijanovic and J. Begg
A study suggests that it is only a matter of time before the French race faces situations of extreme heat stress risk for cyclists, staff and spectators.
 
The Silent Pandemic: Earth System Destabilization and Global Health
Webinar with Samuel S. Myers | European Planetary Health Alliance
3 March | Online
Global Exposome Summit 2026
Fostering international collaboration and coordination in exposome research
27 April 2026

OPEN ENROLMENT
Global Mental Health and Psychosocial Service Development
13-24 April 2026 | Online
OPEN ENROLMENT
Migrant Health
7 April - 1 May 2026 | Online


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