ESVV
In 1986, a group of veterinary virologists in Europe put forward a proposal to form a European Society of Veterinary Virologists. This was discussed at two meetings in Brussels and Hanover, where it was agreed to proceed with the formation of the Society. The Society was established in Brussels in 1988 under provisional statutes and with its own distinctive logo. It was to involve all of Europe; it would have a subscription list of members; there would be national coordinators in each European country and the administration would be directed by a steering committee of five members. The aims of the new Society were:
- to further progress in veterinary virology
- to provide an organisation for individuals who devote a significant portion of their professional activities to research, teaching or the practical application of veterinary virology
- to encourage and promote improved methods of diagnosis, prevention and treatment of animal viral diseases
- to further progress in veterinary virological education
- to promote the exchange of information in the field of veterinary virology
For more information, please visit the ESVV webpage.
