The workshop
Culex pipiens is one of the most widespread and epidemiologically significant mosquito species in the world, acting as a primary vector for pathogens such as West Nile virus, Usutu virus, and various filarial worms. Despite its long-recognised public health relevance, many aspects of its biology, population dynamics, and vector competence across different ecological contexts remain incompletely understood. Its adaptability to urban environments and temperate climates makes it a central species in the study of vector-borne disease transmission in Europe and beyond.
The 3rd CSVDM Workshop, dedicated to Culex pipiens, will be held on 24–26 November 2026 in Heidelberg, Germany. It aims to bring together researchers and public health professionals working on this species to:
- Share recent findings and field experiences
- Discuss current knowledge gaps and methodological challenges
- Identify research and surveillance priorities moving forward
This focused meeting will serve as an open platform to exchange insights, foster new collaborations, and define a collective research agenda to advance our understanding of Cx. pipiens biology, ecology, and epidemiological relevance.
Organisers
This workshop is jointly organised by the Heidelberg University (Germany), The Cyprus Institute (Cyprus), AVIA-GIS (Belgium), and the Edmund Mach Foundation (Italy).
Local Organisation Team:
- Peter Fransson
- Stella Dafka
- Joacim Rockloev
Scientific Committee:
- Peter Fransson — Heidelberg University (Germany)
- Stella Dafka — Heidelberg University (Germany)
- Joacim Rockloev — Heidelberg University (Germany)
- Kamil Erguler — The Cyprus Institute (Cyprus)
- Cedric Marsboom — AVIA-GIS (Belgium)
- Daniele Da Re — Edmund Mach Foundation (Italy)
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