Control and Prevention of COVID-19 Spread in Post-Pandemic Era
A special issue of International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (ISSN 1660-4601).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2025 | Viewed by 850
Special Issue Editors
Interests: geographic information systems; spatial analytical methods; medical geography; landscape ecology; landscape change; community participation GIS
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
As the world transitions into a post-pandemic era, the need for continued vigilance and innovative strategies to control and prevent the spread of COVID-19 remains paramount. This Special Issue seeks to gather cutting-edge research and comprehensive reviews on the latest advancements in managing COVID-19 in the aftermath of the pandemic. We invite submissions that explore novel approaches, technological innovations, policy assessments, and interdisciplinary methodologies aimed at minimizing the risk of resurgence and addressing the long-term impacts of the virus on public health systems. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the development and implementation of new diagnostic tools; the exploration of the potential integration of GeoAI, machine learning, and pandemic intelligence to monitor disease outbreaks, predict hotspots, and optimize resource allocation for more effective public health interventions; and advancements in vaccine technology, public health policy analyses, and strategies for managing the societal and economic repercussions of the pandemic. We particularly welcome contributions that offer actionable insights and evidence-based recommendations for enhancing global preparedness and resilience against future outbreaks. This Special Issue aims to serve as a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and healthcare professionals dedicated to safeguarding public health in a post-pandemic world.
Prof. Dr. Esra Ozdenerol
Dr. Rebecca Michelle Bingham-Byrne
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- COVID-19 control
- post-pandemic strategies
- vaccine development
- public health policy
- diagnostic tools
- pandemic preparedness
- healthcare resilience
- socioeconomic impact
- public health interventions
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