Genomic Surveillance for Arboviral Outbreaks: Applying NGS in Public Health Systems

This on‑demand scientific presentation examines how next‑generation sequencing (NGS) is being applied to genomic surveillance of arboviral outbreaks to support public health response across Latin America. Drawing on real‑world outbreak investigations, Dr. Marta Giovanetti demonstrates how accessible and simplified sequencing workflows can enable timely pathogen tracking, support epidemiological insights, and inform public health decision‑making.

With a focus on operational realities, this presentation highlights how genomics can be integrated into surveillance programs in diverse and resource‑variable settings, strengthening preparedness for emerging infectious diseases.

What you’ll learn:

• How genomic surveillance supports monitoring and response during arboviral outbreaks 

• The role of targeted and simplified NGS workflows in public health settings

• Lessons learned from implementing genomics across Latin American surveillance networks

Presenter:
Marta Giovanetti, PhD
Associate Professor of Genomics and Molecular Biology
Università Campus Bio‑Medico di Roma, Italy
Visiting Scientist, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), Brazil