Testing the Waters 9

9th International Conference on Wastewater-based Epidemiology

22 to 25 October 2026

Changshu, Jiangsu Province, China

The Testing the Waters-9th International Conference on Wastewater-Based Epidemiology will take place from 22 to 25 October 2026 in Changshu, China.

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The event will bring together researchers, professionals and public health authorities working in wastewater-based epidemiology, a field that has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, particularly following its key role in public health surveillance during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The conference will provide an international platform to present the latest scientific advances, innovative methodologies, and practical experiences in WBE, while fostering knowledge exchange and new collaborations aimed at strengthening its contribution to global health security.