Instructions for Chairs Chairs can refer to the information below for guidance on managing sessions during ESCMID Global, including overseeing conflicts of interest and facilitating the use of polls to engage the audience during presentations. Guidelines for Chairpersons & Moderators Here…
Get to know moreESCMID LMIC membership ESCMID membership for people from low-and lower-middle-income countries (LMIC) aims to facilitate access to experts in the fields of Clinical Microbiology (CM) and Infectious Diseases (ID), regardless of background or country of origin. The LMIC membership, available at a…
Get to know more11 February 2026 | ESCMID News ESCMID celebrates the International Day of Women and Girls in Science by inspiring and supporting women to seek leadership roles in medicine and science. Women bring different life experiences and perspectives to leadership roles and act as role models for future…
Get to know more"Women leaders bring different life experiences and perspectives to leadership roles and act as role models for future generations thereby sustaining a pipeline of strong female leaders in Medicine and Health" - Annelies Zinkernagel (ESCMID Foundation Chairperson) It is important for us to recognise…
Get to know moreAims and objectives The ESCMID Study Group for Staphylococci and Staphylococcal Diseases (ESGS) focuses on the challenges posed by Staphylococcus aureus , one of the most frequent bacterial pathogens in both community and healthcare settings. With staphylococcal infections on the rise, ESGS is…
Get to know moreAims and objectives The ESCMID Vaccine Study Group (EVASG) is at the forefront of vaccine research and education. Gathering experts aiming to promote advancement in the field of vaccination, covering public health to special populations, their mission is to: Document the impact of vaccines Assess…
Get to know moreSustainability Commission Established in 2023 the ESCMID Sustainability Commission is a dedicated working group for promoting sustainable practices across ESCMID’s activities and the wider CM/ID community, fostering approaches that protect planetary health, reduce environmental impact, and promote…
Get to know moreAims and objectives The ESCMID PK/PD of Anti-Infectives Study Group (EPASG) is dedicated to advancing the exploration and progression of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics (PK/PD), as well as the dosing of anti-infectives. Its mission extends to innovative research on resistance development and…
Get to know moreAims and objectives The ESCMID Fungal Infection Study Group (EFISG) is dedicated to fostering a strong network and promoting knowledge sharing through engaging educational activities, insightful conferences, and impactful publications. It's goal is to boost global awareness and management of fungal…
Get to know moreScientific Event Endorsement One of the central roles of ESCMID is the promotion of knowledge in Clinical Microbiology (CM) and Infectious Diseases (ID). The society supports national and international scientific events such as conferences, symposia, workshops, etc. by advertisement, endorsement…
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