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This important paper will build upon his recent work on Leishmaniases in the European Union and Neighboring Countries, where a questionnaire was sent to the animal and human authorities about Leishmaniases.

His paper links directly with the work on the One Health approach of expanding interdisciplinary collaborations and communications in all aspects of health care for humans, animals and the environment.

In the same research stream of the ALIVE event, Orin Courtney, Reader (Associate Professor), Zeeman Institute & School of Life Sciences, University of Warwick, UK, will be specifically addressing the One Health approach with his paper on the Advances in the One Health control of leishmaniosis.

To finish this “off the beaten track” adventure throughout Málaga, part 4 visits the Tabacalera District named after the old refurbished tobacco factory housing an important Russian art collection.

The St. Petersburg Museum Collection @ La Tabacalera. Over 100 pieces of art are part of this collection that exhibits amongst others, works from Kandinsky, Chagall, Tatlin and Repin.
You can plan your visit here

Los Guindos Smokestack. A brick smokestack characteristic to Malaga’s skyline, restored in 2008 and over 100 metres tall.

La Térmica. A contemporary culture centre that relies on contact with the public and the search for talent and good ideas. A very busy program that you can check out here.

This route will allow you to discover the newest 21st-century industry, with smart urban furniture; solar roof gardens, wind-powered street lamps…whilst enjoying some fried fish by the municipal market.

Are you ready for more? Here are all the details…

Our third route will take you to the seaside neighbourhoods of Palo and Pedregalejo, the charming and traditional “Malagueño” fishing areas.

The Pedregalejo-El Palo Promenade. It’s a great place for a stroll along the traditional restaurants offering some Mediterranean delicacies, such as skewered sardines and seafood.

The Palomas Watchtower. A lighthouse built in the XVI century which forms a part of a network of similar towers along the Med Coast.

Peñón del Cuervo Beach. An environmentally protected beach that gets its name from the shape of the rock emerging from the water. A great place for snorkling!

If you are still up for more tourism, there are several museums in the area that will allow you to discover the old boatbuilding, the jábegas and the Jurassic caves with their aquifer.

Want to find out more? Here are more details…

If you are an art lover, you will enjoy this route around the city visiting public spaces and private galleries, whilst discovering the graffiti from international artists and many other unknown artisans.

The Soho Theather.  Antonio Bandera’s aim to bring culture to Málaga is now an established initiative. In two weeks, the musical “Company” opens sharing a bit of Broadway with the city. Click here for the full programme that the theatre offers.

MAUS (Málaga Arte Urbano Soho). A unique experience where streets become the canvas of many renowned international artists such as Bohamistura, Roa, D’Face, Obey, Dadi Dreucol, Manuel León, Faith47, Dal East, Pejac, Felipe Pantone amongst others. The aim of the project was the revitalisation of the previously neglected district. Here is the route to enjoy them all!

CAC Málaga (Contemporary Art Centre). It hosts an impressive collection of modern art as well as interesting temporary exhibitions. Find whats going on during your visit to Málaga here.

But there are even more fun things you can enjoy in this neighbourhood. Visit one of the small restaurants with wonderful atmosphere (wonderful for brunch) or have an artisan beer. Explore the area in search of street fashion stores, independent brands and comic book stores.

Are you ready for a stroll? Find out more.

Hello everyone, my name is Luis Cardoso and I am a member of LeishVet. As you know we are organizing ALIVE in Málaga, Spain to happen in late March early April 2022.

There are several topics for abstract submission including genomics, immunology, epidemiology, clinical and diagnostic treatment, prevention and also One Health framework.

Your participation can be in person or online and you may still submit your abstract until the 14th of November this year.

We hope to see you all in Málaga next year!

I am one of the LeishVet members that’s so happy to invite you to join us in Málaga, Spain for ALIVE in 2022.

We’re excited to have you come and bring to us and have us all enjoy together cutting edge research regarding animal leishmaniosis.

Specifically, we’re looking forward to applications and abstracts that present interventions to protect both animal and human health, to understand leishmaniosis immunology and immune responses, their progression and how this might relate to ways that we can find amelioration of this disease and, lastly, to learn more about novel control and prevention methods. We’re eager to hear more about your research.

This first route starts with a visit to the port and the beautiful summer houses built on the seafront by Malaga’s high society in late 19th and 20th century. An area with first-class shops, high quality restaurants and some important landmarks. The route has ten stops, and here are some of the highlights:

The Pompidou Centre. In it’s unique location, in the new port, the cube of coloured crystal has become an icon of the city. If you are an art lover, you will enjoy discovering the least-known collections of the Pompidou museum.

La Farola. A lighthouse still in use from its start in 1816, emblematic and part of the skyline.

Avenida Pries and Paseo de Reding. Enjoy this majestic neighbourhood, going for a stroll in the tree-lined boulevards and discover the beautiful architecture of the city.

And if by then you are starting to feel hungry, walk towards the Palmeral de las Sorpresas, the commercial dock that brings the city to the sea and is always buzzing with atmosphere. There you will be able to taste the delicious typical cuisine that Málaga has to offer.

Are you ready for this first route? Here are all the details, along with a map.

Once an abstract has been accepted, the presenting author must register for the ALIVE Congress before the 31^st December 2021. Anyone whose abstract has been accepted and has not registered by the above-mentioned date will lose the option to present their work in any format whatsoever.

ALIVE will be held in Málaga from the 31st of March to the 2nd of April, 2022. The format will be a hybrid congress allowing both presential and online attendance, according to each participant’s personal situation and the Covid regulations at the time in each country.

The LeishVet group (a non-profit scientific association founded in 2008 by veterinarians from academic institutions of different countries focusing their research and clinical activity on leishmaniosis in veterinary medicine) identified the need for this congress some time ago in the world congress on human leishmaniosis. We have actively participated in this congress, which takes place every 4 years, organising a specific symposium about canine and feline leishmaniosis. Furthermore, we have realised that we needed to expand this activity and its content and plan our own congress. It’s been a tough journey at times… but we are about to make it happen!!

The congress format incorporates 2 streams, independent but complementary. The first stream will present advances in research on the infection by Leishmania spp in animals, reservoirs and vectors and their impact on public health. The second stream will develop the improvements in the clinical management of leishmaniosis in pets. The participants will be able to choose, according to their interest, to attend the different programs or combine both.

We are honoured to have recognised specialists both Spanish and international: Prof. José Cerón (Universidad de Murcia, Spain), Prof. Laura Ordeix (Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona, Spain), Prof. Katrin Hartmann (Ludwig Maximilians Universität München, Germany) and Prof. Orin Courtenay (University of Warwick, UK) amongst others.

I would also like to remind everyone that the final date to send their abstracts for the congress is the 17th of October and that we have the opportunity of signing up with Early Bird Fees, accessible to all. We are also offering the option of registering for just one of the days, to accommodate the needs of clinical veterinarians that cannot attend the whole event.
We look forward to seeing you in Málaga!

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