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Great panel discussion yesterday on how to strengthen our #health #security with key leaders Rep. Andy Harris, John Knox, Julie Gerberding, Phyllis Arthur, @andypinpa.bsky.social and @t-inglesby.bsky.social at “PAHPA Turns 20: Reauthorizing Readiness for Domestic Health Security Threats”.
January 22, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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📢Just launched! @centerforhealthsecurity.org new SHIELD initiative will develop and equip us with policies, materials, and tools to rebuild #preparedness and response systems.

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SHIELD - Strengthening Health systems through Innovation, Engagement, and Leadership in Disasters
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January 12, 2026 at 4:15 PM
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Announcing the #ELBI2026 Fellows! Congratulations to the 25 professionals accepted to the Emerging Leaders in Biosecurity Initiative fellowship. 🎉

This talented group will help shape the future of global health security and biosecurity.

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Center for Health Security announces fellows accepted to Emerging Leaders in Biosecurity Initiative class of 2026 | Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security
The Center for Health Security has accepted 25 professionals into its ELBI fellowship program for 2026.
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December 17, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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(1/9) This month, the team were in Malmö attending the 15th CBRNe Protection Symposium, with many thanks to @foiresearch.bsky.social for hosting us.
October 16, 2025 at 8:05 AM
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🆕 Check out our new Health Security Decoded - October edition. It covers:

• The latest health security research conducted by the Center.

• Recent events promoting collaboration among field leaders.

• Top developments in health security that we are tracking.

➡️ Read here: conta.cc/3J3pSL1
Health Security Decoded – October 2025
Email from Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security Roundup of the top headlines on health security, pandemic preparedness, and a monthly update from the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security OCTO
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October 17, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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At the 2025 #ELBI Fall Workshop, fellows had the chance to connect with colleagues in Geneva. This closing event brought together the #biosecurity community, and we look forward to working with this group of leaders!

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October 15, 2025 at 1:56 PM
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📢 Last call! 📢

Don’t miss your chance to join the 2026 class of our #ELBI fellows.

Applications close this Sunday, Oct 12.

➡️ Apply now and unlock an exciting journey in #biosecurity leadership: centerforhealthsecurity.org/education-tr...
Apply to the Emerging Leaders in Biosecurity Fellowship | Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security
Prospective Emerging Leaders in Biosecurity (ELBI) fellows must meet the eligibility criteria and submit the application materials listed below.
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October 10, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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Attention aspiring #biosecurity leaders!

Only a few weeks left to apply for our prestigious #ELBI Fellowship Class of 2026.

Apply now to join our network of innovators shaping the future of biosecurity.

Apply by October 12: centerforhealthsecurity.org/education-tr...
Apply to the Emerging Leaders in Biosecurity Fellowship | Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security
Prospective Emerging Leaders in Biosecurity (ELBI) fellows must meet the eligibility criteria and submit the application materials listed below.
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October 3, 2025 at 1:28 PM
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(2/3) Team members from @centerforhealthsecurity.org, @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social, and Open Nuclear Network will present our research and provide insights into identifying effective strategies for detecting and combating disinformation.
September 8, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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🚨 Training opportunity 🚨

We are now accepting applications for our #ELBI Fellowship Class of 2026.

Don't miss your chance to join this prestigious network and contribute to the future of global #healthsecurity.

Apply by October 12: centerforhealthsecurity.org/education-tr...
Apply to the Emerging Leaders in Biosecurity Fellowship | Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security
Prospective Emerging Leaders in Biosecurity (ELBI) fellows must meet the eligibility criteria and submit the application materials listed below.
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September 8, 2025 at 6:38 PM
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🆕 Check out our new Health Security Decoded - Summer Recap edition. It covers:

• The latest health security research conducted by the Center.

• Recent events promoting collaboration among field leaders.

• Top developments in health security that we are tracking.

➡️ Read here: conta.cc/4ftzBG1
Health Security Decoded - Summer Recap 2025
Email from Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security Roundup of the top headlines on health security, pandemic preparedness, and a monthly update from the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security SUMM
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September 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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We commend Representatives @reppaultonko.bsky.social and Brian Fitzpatrick for reintroducing the Indoor Air Quality and Healthy Schools Act. This bipartisan bill will ensure that EPA has authority and resources necessary to better protect children and the public health from poor indoor air quality.
reppaultonko.bsky.social Rep. Paul Tonko @reppaultonko.bsky.social · Sep 3
Poor indoor air quality (IAQ) impacts kids and communities across our nation. Today, my colleague Brian Fitzpatrick and I introduced the bipartisan Indoor Air Quality and Healthy Schools Act to address this threat, improve IAQ nationwide, and protect public health.
Tonko, Fitzpatrick Introduce Bill to Improve Indoor Air Quality
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September 3, 2025 at 6:56 PM
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(4/9) The @centerforhealthsecurity.org team presented our taxonomy that highlights different tactics used to spread disinformation, and provided a practical prebunking approach for diplomats to build resilience through psychological inoculation.
August 13, 2025 at 11:07 AM
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The Center is pleased to see several of our key recommendations reflected in the new fed AI Action Plan. These provisions represent critical steps toward preventing AI-enabled biosecurity threats while supporting beneficial applications.

#Biosecurity #AIPolicy #PublicHealth
August 7, 2025 at 6:12 PM
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(4/5) Additionally, members from @centerforhealthsecurity.org presented our disinformation taxonomy and explained how it can be used as a tool to take a more proactive approach to countering #disinfo.
August 5, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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We commend Senate leaders Sen. Collins, @murray.senate.gov, Sen. Capito, and @baldwin.senate.gov for championing #pandemicpreparedness.
August 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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🚨 NEW today in Nature Genetics: the LISTEN principles are a FAIR-compatible framework that will allow genetic sequence databases to seamlessly participate in new multilateral access and benefit-sharing systems, such as the CBD Cali Fund and the WHO PABS System. 🧬🧪

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The LISTEN principles for genetic sequence data governance and database engineering - Nature Genetics
This Perspective proposes a checklist of six database design considerations, LISTEN: licensed, identified, supervised, transparent, enforced and non-exclusive, aimed at ensuring access and benefit-sharing principles in open science.
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July 28, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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Last week, the Center’s Emerging Leaders in Biosecurity (#ELBI) Fellowship convened for its Research Symposium. The collaboration and innovation inspired by this meeting will help us tackle some of the most challenging #biosecurity issues.
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July 21, 2025 at 1:28 PM
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The CDC deactivated the United States’ H5N1 emergency response—but fewer cases might not indicate an end to the outbreak.

Listen as @centerforhealthsecurity.org‬’s Dr. Erin Sorrell details the timeline, impact, and future of the virus.

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Promo graphic for episode 921 of Public Health On Call podcast, titled Is Bird Flu Gone for Good?
July 21, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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📰A new @thelancet.com article examines pathways to an intergov't panel on pandemics. The authors, incl @alexandraphelan.bsky.social, explain that it is essential for building consensus, guiding policy, and strengthening the int. response to future health crises. 🔗 www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...
July 18, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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At the 2025 #ELBI Research Symposium, @nytimes.com @carlzimmer.com, shared an inspiring keynote with this year’s fellows. Amidst the uncertainties and challenges in health security, his perspective and experience offered valuable insights into navigating challenging times.
July 17, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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For 50 years, #1972BWC states parties have clashed over Article X & intl cooperation/assistance. A new study from our Center identifies opportunities to strengthen Article X implementation, incl under a future ICA mechanism. #BTWC #bioweapons #nonproliferation
June 30, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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Senior Scholar @ameshaa.bsky.social shared insights on prevention strategies to protect against a possible avian influenza (H5N1) pandemic in a discussion with @sciam.bsky.social.

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Bird Flu Vaccines Are under Development at Biosecure Laboratories like This
This San Antonio, Tex., lab takes biosecurity seriously. Suit up with its scientists and go behind the scenes of the science of vaccine creation.
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June 27, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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Last week, our Senior Scientist Tener Veenema presented the session “Nursing on the frontlines: delivering essential care in crisis and conflict” during the @intcouncilofnurses.bsky.social Congress. Presenting with colleagues, she shared key findings from 4 CHS reports icncongress.org/event/220
ICN CONGRESS 2025
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June 17, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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📰 The latest issue of Health Security is now available online. It features new articles with original research, a case study, a commentary, and a letter to the editor.

#HealthSecurity #Journal #Research

Explore the whole issue here: www.liebertpub.com/toc/hs/23/3
Health Security | Vol 23, No 3
Health Security
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June 17, 2025 at 2:37 PM