BIP: The Institut Pasteur Newsletter, July 18, 2025

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A reminder of the rules governing freedom of expression in the workplace

The Human Resources Department would like to remind you of a number of principles and rules concerning freedom of expression, which govern our collective life and apply to all of us in the workplace.

PASTEUR2030

A look back at the open lecture hall session with the Department for Transformation and Strategic Projects to mark its first anniversary

On July 7, the Department for Transformation and Strategic Projects (DTPS) held a second open lecture hall session to celebrate its first anniversary, with several of you attending in person or online.

News

Which mosquitoes pose a risk? Species, main diseases and high-risk regions 

From the tiger mosquito, now well established in Europe, to endemic species in the tropics or Pacific region, these insects have colonized vast areas of the planet and play a key role in local ecosystems. Only around a hundred mosquito species, some of which potentially transmit viruses, are known to bite humans. Given their diversity and geographic expansion, special efforts must be made to identify these insects and map their distribution.

Funding

Launch of an EMBO Leadership Training grant call dedicated to Institut Pasteur postdocs

The SPAIS (Department for Scientific Programming and Incentive Actions) and the Postdoc Office are pleased to announce the launch of a 2025 EMBO Leadership Training grant call dedicated to Institut Pasteur postdocs ready to transition to leading their own team and willing to gain strong insights into Leadership skills.