This symposium is intended to address social, cultural, and scientific issues raised by mosquito-borne illness, a subject that is vitally important to public health the United States, and Latin America. It will bring together experts in different fields to describe how each discipline addresses these problems, and in the process, promote discussion among participants as to how interdisciplinary collaboration can enhance the development of innovative solutions.

Sponsored by the University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries Department of Special and Area Studies Collections, the Health Science Center Libraries, and the Emerging Pathogens Institute with support from the Fregly Fund.

Light refreshments will be served at most events. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.