Vaccines: Past, Present and the Path Forward
mar 16 set
|Houston Methodist Hospital
Navigating vaccine awareness led by internationally renowned experts
Orario & Sede
16 set 2025, 18:30 – 21:30
Houston Methodist Hospital, Main Building - Rio Grande Room - 6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030, Stati Uniti
Info sull'evento
You are invited to join an open conversation on vaccine awareness with two internationally recognized experts in the fields of public health and immunology: Dr. Maria Elena Bottazzi and Dr. Peter Hotez.
This event provides an opportunity to explore common questions, scientific facts, and the numerous narratives, both true and false, that surround vaccination, all in a clear and accessible format.
The discussion will take the form of a moderated dialogue between the two experts, designed to foster a dynamic and engaging exchange. An open Q&A session will follow, giving attendees the opportunity to ask questions and join the conversation.
A valuable event for anyone looking to learn more, ask questions, and better understand a complex and timely topic.
A reception will follow, generously sponsored by Bari Ristorante Houston.
Registration Required - Please note that registration is valid for one person only. If you plan to attend the event with a guest, they must complete a separate registration.
About the speakers:
Dr. Maria Elena Bottazzi and Dr. Peter Hotez are professors at Baylor College of Medicine and co-directors of the Texas Children’s Center for Vaccine Development. They are internationally known for their contributions to global health, especially for developing low-cost, patent-free vaccines—including a COVID-19 vaccine designed to support equitable access in low- and middle-income countries. Their work combines cutting-edge science with a strong commitment to social impact and vaccine equity.
Event organized by
ISSNAF West South Central Chapter
Parking Information
Garage #15 – 6550 Bertner Ave. (see map below)
After parking:
Go to the ground level
Exit the building
Cross Bertner Ave.
Enter the Houston Methodist Research Institute
Free Parking Procedure (Limited Availability)
At the garage entrance, take a ticket
At the event, you will receive a validation sticker
When exiting:
Scan the original ticket
Then scan the sticker
Stickers are distributed first-come, first-served
Priority is given to registered participants
📍 See map for garage and venue locations: