About APSMV

About Asia Pacific Society of Medical Virology (APSMV)

The APSMV is a regional collective of the medical virology field dedicated to foster regional collaboration for the advancement in viral disease management. Established in year 1988, we aim to form a collaborative network of virologist in the region to enhance resource and information sharing of research in the field, to enhance the collective capacity in dealing with current and emerging viral infectious diseases within the region.

Our Mission:

At the heart of our society’s mission is the pursuit of knowledge, understanding, and translation of virology research from bench to bedside within the region. Hence, the society strives to:

Promote Scientific Excellence: To foster a culture of scientific excellence by providing platforms for researchers, scientists, and students to showcase their groundbreaking work in virology.

Knowledge Exchange: To facilitate the sharing and exchange of resources, knowledge and expertise among our members and the broader scientific community through conferences, publications, and networking.

Community Building: To cultivate a supportive and collaborative community of virologists from both basic and clinical disciplines, and to encourage networking and mentorship opportunities that benefit professionals at all stages of their careers.

Outreach and Education: To reach out to the public via education for raising awareness and literacy about viruses and their impact on human and environmental health.

Regional Advancement: To work closely with local and regional institutions, government bodies, and healthcare organizations to address virology challenges, enhance preparedness for emerging viral threats, and contribute to public health initiatives in the region.

The society hopes that with the strong regional ties developed within the medical virology community will help step up the research and outbreak preparedness capacity of the region, to deal with any emerging threats that may arise effectively.