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We monitor and address vector-borne disease issues in Northeast communities.

The Northeast Regional Center for Excellence in Vector-Borne Diseases network of researchers, public health experts, and vector-borne disease professionals collaborate on evaluation & research projects, professional training programs, and the sharing and creation of resources on mosquitoes, ticks, and the diseases they carry in our region.
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Training Offerings
We offer diverse training opportunities to support professional development in the current vector-borne disease workforce and prepare the next generation of public health entomologists.
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Vector Biology Boot Camp

Hands-on professional training in vector surveillance and control.
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Internships

Internship opportunities for undergraduates across the Northeast.
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Online Programs

Open-access webinars and seminars from leading experts in vector-borne disease and public health.
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No Bite Zone! A Brief Guide to Insect Repellents

This brief guide provides information on how repellents work, when you should use them, addresses common misconceptions, and provides resources and information on currently available insect repellent ingredients.
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NEVBD e-Newsletter

NEVBD supports a bi-weekly newsletter - NEVBD Announcements - where we share updates on our program activities, applied research results, current vector-borne disease news, and job and training opportunities.
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Vector Biology Training Request Portal

We have launched a new tool that allows vector control & public health agencies in the Northeast US to request remote, interactive technical training for their laboratory and field staff, led by NEVBD-TEC subject area specialists. Topics include mosquito biology, collection, and rearing, tick biology and collection, performing pesticide resistance bioassays, and submitting to the NEVBD Pesticide Resistance Monitoring Program.
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Community Resources

Northeast Mosquito & Ticks Resources

NEVBD represents the Northeast region of the US. We invite our professional public health and vector control partners to learn more about our regional network programming and community of practice by visiting the Resources page. Visit the pages below to access public health information on mosquitoes and ticks in our area.
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