We are pleased to invite you to the 4th edition of the Pandemic and Disaster Preparedness Congress, which will take place at De Doelen in Rotterdam on Thursday, 8 October 2026.

Science for a prepared world
Preparedness is not a destination; it is an ongoing practice. A virus outbreak or extreme weather events, like a flood or heatwave, are unfortunately not distant possibilities – they are foreseeable realities.

A prepared world is built on science. Scientific research provides the knowledge, innovations and evidence needed to anticipate and mitigate risks, and inform effective response and recovery strategies. Which lessons from previous crises can guide new and innovative prevention, early warning and response efforts? How do we connect different fields of science with policy, public health and education? What groundbreaking research is shaping the future of preparedness?

Join fellow researchers, policymakers and professionals in preparedness to explore how science for a prepared world can help us meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Program

The program will be announced at a later time.

Our moderator is dr. Anja Schreijer, PDPC’s Director of Medical Affairs and Public Health Preparedness research.

Registration

Registration is open now. Click here to register! There are no registration fees or other charges to participate in the conference.

Poster abstract submission

Abstract submission for poster presentations is now open! Indicate your wish to present a poster on the registration form, and you will receive the submission form directly in your inbox.

Contact

Do you have questions or recommendations about content? Send an email to pdpc@erasmusmc.nl!

We look forward to your participation.

On behalf of the PDPC Academic Board,