The World Travel & Tourism Council has announced the 2021 Global Science Summit on COVID-19, which this year will be held in partnership with Carnival Corporation & plc and Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. The 2021 Global Science Summit on COVID-19 will bring together leading science and public health experts from around the world to present the latest discoveries, insights, and best practices for living in a world impacted by the coronavirus. The event will incorporate global industry knowledge on the pandemic's impact on society, while also offering a vision for living safely in a world with COVID-19.
This virtual event, co-organized by WTTC and Carnival Corporation with support from Hilton, is open to the public and free of charge. Speakers will deliver evidence-based presentations sharing the latest epidemiological concepts, including virus detection, testing, contact tracing, therapies, vaccines, and prevention and mitigation practices.
“We are privileged to once again host a group of invaluable experts who offer valuable insights on how best to apply the latest scientific knowledge and medical evidence to address the many practical questions about life in a world with COVID-19,” said Gloria Guevara, President and CEO of the WTTC.
According to Arnold Donald, President and CEO of Carnival Corporation and Vice President for North America of the WTTC, “We are incredibly grateful to the distinguished experts who have agreed to participate in the 2021 Global Science Summit on COVID-19 to share with us everything they have learned on the front lines of the battle against the virus.” He added, “Their insights will be invaluable in helping businesses and governments better understand the impact of COVID-19 on society, so that together we can determine safe and viable evidence-based practices to mitigate the virus and live with it. We also thank Hilton for joining us as a sponsor this year.”.
The summit will feature a diverse group of world-renowned experts in medicine, epidemiology, and public health, who will explore and share the latest findings and everyday practices for curbing the spread of COVID-19 in a post-pandemic future.
