There is vast unexploited potential in combining recent advances in diagnostic test development, with advances in connectivity and digital technology. Rapid diagnostic tests are essential to prevent and control zoonotic diseases, reduce the development of antibiotic resistance, and improve livestock productivity. However, test results are of no value unless they are available to those that need them, at the right time.
Digital technology and connectivity is also advancing at an exponential rate that should make this communication of results possible, but combining test development with advances in connectivity has thus far been limited.
This workshop will bring together experts in diagnostic test development, digital technology and related disciplines to examine the state-of-the-art tools in human and veterinary medicine, and crucially to explore barriers to implementation - technical as well as cultural.
We expect attendance from biologists and engineers but also from anyone with an interest in the acceptability and uptake of novel technology.
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Dr Theo Kanellos, Director Business Development and Alliances, ZOETIS, IE
Dr Marta Broto-Aviles, Imperial College London, UK
CONFIRMED SPEAKERS
Dr Nick Morant, Optigene, UK
Dr Tina Joshi, University of Plymouth, UK
Prof Alistair Cook, vHive - Vet School, University of Surrey
Dr Don King, Pirbright Institute, UK
Prof Wamadeva Balachandran, University of Brunel, UK
Dr Arnoud van Vliet, Vet School, University of Surrey, UK
Dr Dorina Timofte, University of Liverpool, UK
Dr Aurore Poirier, University of Surrey, UK
ORGANISERS
Dr Daniel Horton, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Surrey
Professor Roberto La Ragione, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Surrey
Dr Jonathan Betts, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Surrey
This event is supported by i-sense and the Institute of Advanced Studies at the University of Surrey.
