From 6 to 8 October 2026, the University of Patras, a partner of the HEEFTA project, will participate in the EU-WISH 2026 International Workshop & Consortium Meeting in Vienna, Austria. The event provides an opportunity to exchange knowledge, establish new connections and explore links between European initiatives addressing environmental and societal challenges.

EU-WISH – EU-Wastewater Integrated Surveillance for Public Health is a European Joint Action funded under the EU4Health programme. It brings together 62 institutions from 26 European countries to strengthen the use of wastewater surveillance as a tool for public health. The initiative promotes cooperation, knowledge exchange and the sharing of good practices across Europe.

The international meeting will bring together researchers, experts, public health institutions and other organisations to discuss topics related to wastewater surveillance, environmental monitoring, public health preparedness, training and capacity building.

Event: EU-WISH 2026 International Workshop & Consortium Meeting
Dates: 6–8 October 2026
Location: Austrian Agency for Health and Food Safety (AGES) in Vienna, Austria
HEEFTA partner: University of Patras