2nd Global Virtual Symposium on Schistosomiasis

June 2, 2026 | Eastern Time (US & Canada) | Online

Join leading parasitologists, clinicians, and researchers for a global virtual symposium dedicated to advancing research and collaboration in schistosomiasis.

About the Symposium

Building on the outstanding success of our 2025 edition which showcased pioneering presentations on schistosomiasis treatment, immunopathology, and control strategies from leading experts at Tufts, Penn State, Stanford, and other distinguished institutions this year’s II Global Virtual Symposium on Schistosomiasis scheduled for 2026 aims to further strengthen dialogue and collaboration across the field.

Expanding on this momentum, the program will feature new insights into drug development, genomics, and emerging global health challenges.

Schistosomiasis remains a major global health challenge, causing significant morbidity and mortality worldwide. This symposium aims to foster collaboration, share cutting-edge research, and promote innovative solutions to improve public health outcomes.

This 1-day symposium will provide a valuable platform for basic, clinical, and translational research discussions. We look forward to welcoming you all on June 2, 2026 Online.

Speakers

Researcher

Maria Elena Bottazzi, PhD

Baylor College of Medicine, TX

mRNA vaccines encoding variant forms of Sm-TSP-2 confer protective immunity against Schistosoma mansoni

Researcher

Parisa Kalantari, PhD

Penn State University, PA

NLRP3 and AIM2 inflammasomes exacerbate the pathogenic Th17 cell response to eggs of Schistosoma mansoni

Researcher

Darrick Carter, PhD

PAI Life Sciences, WA

Interim clinical trial results for the Schistosomiasis vaccine, SchistoShield

Researcher

Cecile Crosnier, PhD

University of York, UK

Using a human receptor platform to identify extracellular host: parasite protein interactions during Schistosoma mansoni infection

Researcher

Joachim Richter, MD

Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Germany

Update of WHO ultrasound protocol for Schistosomiasis: "The Basel protocol"

Researcher

Carlos Graeff-Teixeira, PhD

Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Brazil

Updated concerns about accuracy studies of Schistosomiasis diagnostic methods

Researcher

Hong You, PhD

QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, Australia

Next-generation molecular technologies for enhanced Schistosomiasis control

Researcher

Fabien Prodjinotho, PhD

TUM School of Medicine and Health, Germany

Lipid metabolism as a vulnerability in schistosomes

Researcher

Jennifer Friedman, MD, PhD

Brown University Health, RI

Praziquantel for the treatment of pregnant women with Schistosomiasis: results of an RCT

Researcher

Susannah Colt, PhD

Brown University, RI

Praziquantel for the treatment of preschool-aged children with schistosomiasis: Results of an RCT addressing optimal dosing and impact on morbidity

Researcher

Jayhun Lee, PhD

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, TX

Exploring the host and parasite factors modulating schistosome development and immune evasion

Researcher

Thiago De Almeida Pereira, PhD

Stanford University School of Medicine, CA

Schistosomiasis fibrosis in focus: novel pathways and therapeutic opportunities

Why Attend?

Latest Research

Hear groundbreaking studies from global experts.

Flexible Learning

Access recorded talks at your convenience.

Global Networking

Engage with professionals worldwide in live sessions.

Certification & Value

Receive a certificate of participation and attend cost-effectively without travel expenses.

Registration

Early Registration Deadline: April 20, 2026

Student

$59
  • Access to live meeting
  • Access to recorded talks
  • Book of Abstracts
  • Full Program
  • Participation Certificate
  • 1-on-1 networking (during breaks)

Industry

$89
  • Access to live meeting
  • Access to recorded talks
  • Book of Abstracts
  • Full Program
  • Participation Certificate
  • 1-on-1 networking (during breaks)