The Biological Weapons Convention Implementation Support Unit (BWC ISU) is pleased to announce the third edition of the training course on “Pathogen Detection and Biosecurity,” which is organized in partnership with the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB).
This intensive five-day training is funded by voluntary contributions from Norway in support of Article X of the BWC. The training aims to strengthen technical expertise in the peaceful application of biological sciences and technologies. It is designed to enhance participants' knowledge and practical skills through lectures, tabletop exercises, and hands-on laboratory sessions.
The training is open to applicants from all countries included in the DAC List of ODA Recipients.
Objectives and Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC)
- Strengthen the capacity of scientists, public health professionals, microbiologists, molecular biologists, etc in biosecurity, diagnostics, and outbreaks/pandemic preparedness within the context of the BWC
- Gain hands-on technical expertise in molecular diagnostics (qRT-PCR, LAMP)
- Acquire foundational skills in genomic surveillance and bioinformatics
- Engage in scenario-based exercises to simulate outbreak response and decision-making
- Build an understanding of biosecurity risk assessment and mitigation (insider and outsider threats in laboratories, biosecurity risk matrices)
Target Audience:
Early/mid-career scientist (Researchers, Laboratory personnel) in the field of human or animal health (virology, microbiology, or related biological sciences); Only applicants from countries listed in the DAC list of ODA recipients will be considered.
Language:
English
Training dates and course information:
Course schedule: 4 — 8 May 2026
