Research collaboration since 1989
International Society for Hantaviruses
A global scientific network advancing hantavirus research, clinical knowledge and international collaboration.
About ISH
Science-led coordination for a global zoonotic disease community.
The International Society for Hantaviruses promotes knowledge on hantaviruses and associated diseases through research exchange, training and international scientific cooperation.
The society connects experts in epidemiology, ecology, viral replication, host-pathogen interaction, pathogenesis, diagnostics, clinical management, vaccines and therapeutics.
Research focus
A practical agenda for hantavirus science.
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Epidemiology & ecology
Tracking viral diversity, reservoirs, climate influence and regional transmission dynamics.
Programme themes02Virus-host biology
Understanding replication, immune response, pathogenesis and host-pathogen interaction.
Programme themes03Diagnostics & clinical management
Improving early diagnosis, clinical management and risk assessment after exposure.
Programme themes04Vaccines & therapeutics
Accelerating translational work on prevention, treatment and preparedness.
Programme themesScientific domains
From field ecology to clinical preparedness.
International Advisory Board
A global board connecting countries affected by hantavirus disease.
China
Dexin Li
International Advisory Board
China
Mifang Liang
International Advisory Board
Membership