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The three elements of the SISEA project

Element 1: Strengthening reference laboratories and establishing a network

Increasing the capacity of laboratories to identify and characterize pathogens, and in particular viruses
Standardization of laboratory techniques, and more specifically in the field of molecular biology
Implementation of a quality assurance mechanism for reference laboratories and front line laboratories (sentinel laboratories)
Creation of a circuit for samples moving between peripheral laboratories and reference laboratories, so as to ensure the transport of pathogens in optimal conditions of safety for health professionals and the environment

Element 2: Improving the epidemic alert mechanism for emerging viruses in each country

Strengthening national surveillance mechanisms by generating improvements in surveillance methods and procedures
Enhancing the role of the sentinel sites in the SISEA network
Participation in the investigation of epidemic episodes

Element 3: Strengthening the networks involved in epidemic response on a national and regional level

In each country, strengthening communication and coordination between the different sectors involved in surveillance and with international organizations and NGOs (WHO, IEO – International Epizootic Office, etc.)
Developing dialogue between countries, based on joint actions (e.g. training), presentation of the results obtained in scientific conferences
Strengthening the coordinating role of each partner institution’s actions at the regional level
Inclusion of the RIIP network in a vast regional network coordinated by WHO
Technical and scientific monitoring of SISEA activities and circulation of the results