How Are Flu Vaccine Strains Chosen Each Year?
Feb 24, 2025 - Every year, scientists work behind the scenes to select the influenza (flu) virus strains that will go into the next seasonal flu vaccine.
VIDO Trainees Selected for National One Health Training Program on Emerging Zoonoses
Feb 21, 2025 - Two VIDO trainees selected for the inaugural cohort of the Canadian One Health Training Program on Emerging Zoonoses (COHTPEZ), a CIHR-funded initiative aimed at developing the next generation of experts in zoonotic disease research.
Celebrating Women and Girls in Science: Advancing Research, Protecting the World
Feb 11, 2025 - International Day of Women and Girls in Science, observed annually on February 11, highlights the critical role that women and girls play in scientific advancement.
Empowering Indigenous Youth Through Education
Jan 14, 2025 - In a step toward fostering education and supporting Indigenous youth, the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) has committed $50,000 to the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO).
From Saskatchewan to the world: Celebrating 50 Years of VIDO innovation at USask
Jan 8, 2025 - The year 2025 marks a monumental milestone for the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) – its 50th anniversary.
A new frontier in avian flu research: Dairy cows build a natural immunity to H5N1 after initial infection
Jan 7, 2025 - VIDO scientists set out to understand how H5N1 affects cows and whether natural immunity could be achieved.