Wastewater-Based Epidemiology (WBE) is an innovative approach that analyzes the presence of pathogens, chemicals, and other biomarkers in wastewater to gain insights into the health of a community. By studying human waste, WBE provides a non-invasive, population-level perspective on public health trends. This technique has proven effective in monitoring the prevalence of infectious diseases, such as COVID-19, by detecting viral RNA in sewage before clinical cases emerge. WBE offers real-time data, enabling rapid response to outbreaks and facilitating early interventions. It complements traditional epidemiological methods and helps identify asymptomatic carriers in communities. The method has been successfully applied to track various substances, including drugs, pollutants, and antibiotic resistance genes, providing a comprehensive picture of public health and environmental issues. Governments and health agencies worldwide are increasingly recognizing the value of WBE as a surveillance tool. Its cost-effectiveness and ability to capture data at a population level make it an invaluable resource for monitoring and managing public health. However, ethical considerations and privacy concerns must be addressed in the implementation of WBE programs to ensure responsible and transparent practices. Wastewater-Based Epidemiology has the potential to revolutionize disease surveillance, offering a proactive and holistic approach to public health management. As technology and methodologies advance, WBE continues to evolve, providing a promising avenue for understanding and addressing global health challenges in a timely and efficient manner.
Speaker lineup for this track will be announced soon.
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The COVID-19 pandemic in the United States was exacerbated by the inability to track infections in a timely manner. Testing of humans revealed new public health challenges due to the lack of test…
Understanding disease burden and transmission dynamics in resource-limited, developing countries like Nepal is often challenging due to a lack of adequate surveillance systems. These issues are…
Sessions are CPD-accredited; certificates issued to every registered delegate within two weeks of the conference.
Oral and poster slots for original Wastewater Based Epidemiology work, reviewed by the scientific committee.
Meet public health researchers, educators, and policy leaders from around the world across three days.
Accepted abstracts appear in the indexed conference proceedings with a citable DOI.
Plenary lectures from leading voices shaping Wastewater Based Epidemiology research and practice.
Attend in person in Singapore or join virtually — same programme, same certificate.
Oral and poster slots for your work — in person in Singapore or online. Not presenting? Attend as a delegate to learn from the field.
The Wastewater Based Epidemiology track is a dedicated stream within IPHC 2027 covering the latest research, innovation, and best practice in Wastewater Based Epidemiology. It brings together researchers, educators, and practitioners for oral presentations, posters, and discussion.
Public health researchers, practitioners, epidemiologists, educators, doctoral students, and policy leaders with an interest in Wastewater Based Epidemiology are all welcome — whether presenting or attending.
Yes. Submit an abstract for oral or poster presentation. All submissions are peer-reviewed by the scientific committee; accepted abstracts appear in the indexed proceedings.
Yes. IPHC 2027 is a hybrid conference — attend the Wastewater Based Epidemiology track in person in Singapore or join live online, with on-demand access afterward.
Singapore · March 15–17, 2027· Hybrid · in-person & virtual
Attend without presenting.
