Infectious Diseases Institute

IDI 8th Annual Meeting

This all-day meeting is the IDI’s premier annual event, bringing together leading experts to explore interdisciplinary infectious disease research. he program will include keynote speakers, trainee talks, and a poster session.
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Date
November 9, 2026
Time
8:30 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Location
Archie M. Griffin Ballroom at the Ohio Union
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About this event

The IDI Annual Meeting highlights the breadth of infectious disease research across The Ohio State University and its partners, creating space for collaboration, idea sharing, and new connections. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with ongoing research, exchange perspectives, and connect with colleagues across disciplines. 

Additional details, including the full program and speakers, are currently being finalized and will be announced soon.

For an overview of last year’s program, speakers, and sessions, visit the IDI 7th Annual Meeting webpage.

Speakers

Dr. Jacqueline Kirchner
Deputy director / Biologics Discovery Discovery and Translational Sciences Global Health Division / Gates Foundation
Dr. Sadie Ryan
Professor / Department of Geography / College of Liberal Arts and Sciences / University of Florida

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