The aim of the Centre is to promote:
- Research activities and investigations in the field of emerging viral diseases
- Complete and extensive diagnostic activities in the field of emerging viral diseases, (including BSL-3 and -4 pathogens).
- Research activities in the field of immuno-virology and human vaccinology
- Collaborations with international organisations and NGOs, especially those based in Geneva
- Clinical and public health research activities in the field of emerging viral infections abroad, in collaboration with hospitals, international organizations and NGOs
- Collaborations in the Lake Geneva region in the field of research and development concerning emerging viral infections
- Provision of clinical expertise in the management of complex emerging viral infections in Switzerland
- National medical recommendation in the field of emerging viral diseases
- Within the HUG, general expertise for the management of viral infections