The European Society For Paediatric Infectious Diseases

ESPID promotes excellence in paediatric infectious diseases and child health.

Our community forms the basis for European investigators interested in infectious diseases in children and infection prevention in childhood.

We invite you to join our community and change the lives of children!

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Build your career, take your research to the next level and improve your clinical practice throughout the year with these ESPID opportunities.

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Annual Meeting

Get inspired, build your network, make a difference!

The ESPID Annual Meeting is your meeting to update your knowledge and advance the community's. We invite you to attend and take an active role.

Annual Meeting
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Webcasts

Learn from the experts by re-watching the lectures from the Annual ESPID Meeting.

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Online Courses

Learn in depth about antibiotic management, childhood vaccinations and more.

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Case Rounds

Enhance your diagnostic skills for clinically challenging infection cases.

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The Quiz

Stay up-to-date with articles of interest in infectious diseases.

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ESPID Education

This is your one stop educational website on Paediatric Infectious Diseases. And it's free for members!

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Access the Research Network

ESPID's PID research network is a way to find peers with similar research interests. Add yourself to the network by editing your member profile.

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Latest News

The 27th ADVAC course, which will again take place in Veyrier-du-Lac, France, from 10 to 21 May 2027.

The application portal will open on July 1st, and the deadline for applications is 15 November 2026.
 

This advanced Course is for scientists and decision-makers involved in vaccine development, in the elaboration of new vaccination strategies or in policy decisions related to the introduction of new vaccines in public health programmes, at national or international levels. It is relevant for both the public and private sectors.

The selection of participants is very competitive at there a maximum of 75 participants. Participants will be selected by the ADVAC Scientific Committee, according to their: educational background, experience in vaccinology, decision-making level of responsibilities in vaccinology, and expected impact of the Course at personal, institutional and national levels.  Each application is assessed individually by at least 8 Scientific Committee members. ESPID supports up to two members for the participation in the course in the form of a fellowship.  

Further information about ADVAC and the course can be found here.

ADVAC – Advanced Course of Vaccinology | Global Vaccine Training Program

ESPID and WSPID Joint Mentorship Programme "Call for mentees"

ESPID and WSPID Joint Mentorship Programme: Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders in Pediatric Infectious Diseases.

We are pleased to announce the launch of a new and exciting mentorship programme founded by ESPID and WSPID. This programme aims to match established faculty in Paediatric Infectious Diseases with junior colleagues to provide mentorship and guidance for career development.
 
This call aims to recruit mentees.
 
This programme aims to match established faculty in Paediatric Infectious Diseases with junior colleagues to provide mentorship and guidance for career development. The mentorship will last for a total of 12 months and includes 3 (virtual) 1-hour meetings over this period. The purpose of this programme is to provide mentorship for a junior colleague to achieve a specific goal, e.g., ESPID/WSPID abstract application, small grant application, career mentoring, etc.).  At the end of the programme, we will ask you to complete a short evaluation form.  DEADLINE TO APPLY IS MARCH 1, 2026.   PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
IMPORTANT TO NOTE: Places are limited, and we may close applications prior to the published deadline if sufficient applications have been received. We advise applying early to avoid disappointment.
 
While we may not be able to move forward with all applicants at this time, please be assured that we will keep your details on file and may reach out should we be able to have another round.  Please let us know if you do not want us to retain your details.
 
*Please note that this initiative focuses on mentorship and is not intended for seeking collaboration on research projects or conducting job interviews.
*Please note that there is no funding or compensation associated with this role

WSPID Call to Action for Ensuring Fair Prices for All Vaccines for All Countries with Limited Resources

 WSPID Call to Action, calls on governments and international organizations around the world to address vaccine prices as a matter of urgency to protect the lives of present and future generations through global, equitable access to affordable vaccines.
Vaccine price should not be a barrier to vaccine introduction and the sustainability of immunization programs.  We are calling for the urgent need to ensure fair pricing for all vaccines to ensure they will be "global public goods."
To learn more about this initiative click here
Click here to show your support as either an organization or individual.

Fraudulent Emails

ESPID are aware of phishing/fraudulent emails and at times, posing as ESPID Board members, requesting financial help. Please be informed ESPID Board and Committees would never email requesting help in any financial way. Unfortunately, these emails are out with ESPID's control and assure you we would never send such emails. If you have received an email and wish to check you can email admin@espid.org

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