Communication 
Inside Cambodia’s Frontline Fight Against H5N1 This week, BBC Science in Action featured a conversation with Dr. Erik Karlsson, Head of the Virology Unit at Institut Pasteur du Cambodge (IPC), on the recent rise in human A/H5N1 avian influenza cases in Cambodia. As of mid-2025, the country has confirmed 12 human infections. All confirmed cases … Read more
Nicolas Restano – Incoming Director of Finance and Administration, Institut Pasteur du Cambodge Nicolas Restano brings nearly 20 years of international experience in finance and operations, with a strong background in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. He has held senior leadership roles across Europe, Latin America, North America, and West Africa, including 15 years with … Read more
Visit of the Academie Nationale de Medecine of France to the Institut Pasteur du Cambodge (IPC) On Friday, 4th July, Institut Pasteur du Cambodge (IPC) welcomed a delegation from the Académie Nationale de Médecine , Prof. Christian Boitard, Prof. Patrice Debré, Prof. Jacques Baulieux and Prof. Cécile BADOUAL. During the visit, Prof. André Spiegel, Director of … Read more
Strengthening outbreak investigation and animal disease surveillance in Cambodia The Institut Pasteur du Cambodge (IPC) provided technical support to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in delivering a three-day training from July 1–3, 2025, in Kep province for the General Directorate of Animal Health and Production (GDAHP) on the use of … Read more
Welcoming 8 Students from Lycée René Descartes, Phnom Penh From Monday, June 23rd to Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025, Institut Pasteur du Cambodge had the pleasure of welcoming eight students from Lycée Français René Descartes (LFRD) for an 8-day observatory internship. During their time with us, the students had the opportunity to explore and experience the … Read more
First Aid Training at Institut Pasteur du Cambodge On June 25 and 26th, IPC asked support from Future Focus Solutions and the Cambodian Red Cross to organized a first aid training session for staff at Institut Pasteur du Cambodge. Throughout the day, each participant engaged in hands-on training using mannequins and first aid tools. Real-case … Read more
Farewell party for our DAF M. Christophe MOUSSET on June 25th To bid farewell to Mr. Christophe Mousset, Director of Administrative and Financial Affairs, the Institut Pasteur du Cambodge (IPC) hosted a Farewell Party on Wednesday, June 25, bringing together over 150 colleagues. The warm and festive atmosphere reflected the deep appreciation and esteem shared … Read more
Strengthening Food Safety Through Partnership – Visit from Australian Delegation On 25 June 2025, the Laboratory of Environmental and Food Safety (LEFS) welcomed Mr. Daniel Sim, Director of the Vietnam and Cambodia Section in Canberra, DFAT, along with Ms. Kanu Negi, First Secretary at the Australian Embassy and Mr. Paul Keogh, Facility Director of CAPRED. … Read more
Strengthening Public Health Education in Cambodia: Toward a Master’s Program in Infectious Diseases On June 17, 2025, the University of Health Sciences (UHS) convened a pivotal meeting to advance the development of a Master’s Degree Program in Infectious Diseases in Cambodia. Co-chaired by H.E. Professor Saphonn Vonthanak, Rector of UHS, and Professor André Spiegel, Director … Read more
Food Safety and HACCP Training – June 23–24 From June 23 to 24, 2025, the Laboratory of Environment and Food Safety (LEFS), organized training sessions on Food Safety and HACCP for 12 participants from hotels, restaurants, NGOs, and the food industry. The sessions focused on promoting good hygiene practices in food production areas and offered … Read more