Elephant Endotheliotropic Herpesvirus (EEHV) affects all species of elephants, in human care and in the wild, but heartbreakingly targets the young. EEHV is the leading cause of death for juvenile elephants in North America. It naturally coevolved with elephants over millions of years but is a serious threat to their survival.

We are lucky to have Dr. Paul Ling and his team at Baylor College of Medicine working on developing a vaccine to fight EEHV as well as the tools needed to aid in that development. Dr. Ling is the guest for this week’s featured Conservation Chat. He is a Professor in the Department of Microbiology and Virology, a member of the EEHV Advisory Group Steering committee, and serves as an IEF Advisor.
IEF is proud to support Dr. Ling’s work and proud to share this incredible Conservation Chat with you!

If you would like to be invited to future Conservation Chats, please email Julie Bates at jbates@elephantconservation.org.

The 18th International Elephant Conservation & Research Symposium is a can’t miss event connecting you with the latest in elephant research, conservation, and field work. For the second year in a row we are holding it virtually, making it accessible to anyone from anywhere!

When: August 15-19, 2022
Time: 5am-9am PST
Cost: $35

This year we are also offering an Official Certificate of Completion to demonstrate professional development for participating and attending this important event. For an additional fee you will receive a personalized certificate after the week’s talks are complete.

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Warm Wishes,
Debbie & the IEF Team