Event date :
Sun, 10/12/2017 - 8:30am to 4:00pm
Location :
2017 Society for Risk Analysis Annual Meeting, Crystal Gateway Marriott, Arlington, Virginia, USA
In this workshop, we will introduce participants to game-changers in biosecurity, and explore new approaches to risk analysis. We will also cover methods for predictive modeling which can assist in risk analysis and rapid identification of epidemics, as well as tools for differentiating natural and unnatural epidemics. The workshop will be a combination of lectures, interactive case studies, group work and discussion, and will lead participants through the relevant background and new approaches to risk analysis.
No background in health or biology is required.
Faculty
Faculty include multidisciplinary experts from Global Security Plus, an expert group of the PLuS Alliance between UNSW Sydney, Arizona State University and Kings College London. Their research expertise includes pandemics, biosecurity, law enforcement, bioterrorism, bioinformatics, economics, and risk analysis.
Who should do this workshop?
Professionals working in emergency response, defense, law enforcement, health policy in government and non-government agencies. There are no pre-requisites.
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PROGRAM |
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8.30 am |
Registration |
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9.00 am |
Introduction to workshop Dr Sally Kane, UNSW Sydney
Introduction to synthetic genomics, genetic engineering and dual-use research of concern Dr George Poste, Arizona State University and Global Security PLuS
Lessons from smallpox eradication and risk of re-emergence Dr J Mike Lane, Emory University |
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10.30 am |
Break |
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10.45 am |
Laboratory risk and insider threat Chief Thomas Engells, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, UNSW Sydney and Global Security PLuS
Differentiating natural and unnatural epidemics Dr Raina MacIntyre and Dr Matthew Scotch
Data mining and modeling as a tool for biosecurity Dr Kathleen Steinhofel, Department of Informatics, Kings College London
Current threats in bioterrorism and health security Dr Raina MacIntyre, UNSW Sydney, Arizona State University and Global Security PLuS |
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1.00 pm |
Lunch |
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2.00 pm |
Risk analysis approaches to gain of function research – case study and small group exercise in calculating risk
Genetic evolution of pathogens demystified - introduction to phylogenetic risk analysis and phylogeography for the lay person Dr Matthew Scotch
Scenario - protection of first responders from biological threats Chief Thomas Engells |
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4.00 pm |
Wrap-up and Close Dr Sally Kane, UNSW Sydney |