Global health practice and research is important because population dynamics such as migration and tourism can have significant impact on Florida communities and the US population.
Starting with the proximal Latin American and Caribbean nations and expanding to other regions, UCF will develop a hub for global health practice and research through strategic partnerships with community, academic, government and non-governmental organizations.
Learn More Contact UsInaugural 2025 Global Health Initiatives Summit
University of Malta, Msida Campus
July 31 – August 1, 2025
“Harnessing Data and Multilateral Collaborations to Advance Population Health”
Our Inaugural Global Health Initiatives Summit’s theme is “Harnessing Data and Multilateral Collaborations to Advance Population Health.” In advance of the event, we are sharing information about our esteemed attendees to help foster collaboration. PLEASE NOTE: Our participants list is subject to change and listed in each section alphabetically.
Summit Information & Agenda List of Speakers & Attendees General Interest FormGlobal Health Initiative program
Areas of exploration will include but are not limited to HIV/sexually transmitted infections, substance use, inequity, mental health, and prevention of infectious disease. Global health practice and research is important because population dynamics such as migration and tourism can have significant impact on Florida communities and the US population.
Starting with the proximal Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) and Andean regions and expanding to other regions, UCF will develop a hub for global health practice and research through strategic partnerships with community, academic, government and non-governmental organizations.
Areas of exploration will include but are not limited to human immunodeficiency virus/sexually transmitted infections, substance use, inequity, diabetes, immigration, mental health, and prevention of infectious diseases such as COVID-19, Zika virus, Chikungunya and other emerging pathogens. UCF will provide a contemporary integrated model for global health amid evolving complex socio-political systems.
Initiative Contacts
- Elena Cyrus, PhD, MPH, Associate Professor, Population Health Sciences, College of Medicine
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