An internationally renowned virologist, Dr. Ilaria Capua’s unwavering passion and unique training led her to also serve as a Member of the Italian Parliament from 2013 to 2016. Dr. Ilaria Capua, DVM, PhD is a veterinarian by training and for over 30 years she has led research groups in the... Read more
An internationally renowned virologist, Dr. Ilaria Capua’s unwavering passion and unique training led her to also serve as a Member of the Italian Parliament from 2013 to 2016.
Dr. Ilaria Capua, DVM, PhD is a veterinarian by training and for over 30 years she has led research groups in the field of diseases transmissible from animals to humans and their epidemic potential in Italian and foreign laboratories. This research has also transferred itself into a successful career as a Virologist in which she has has shown defining global leadership. For example, in 2006, at the height of the influenza A virus (H5N1), she promoted open access to the genetic sequences of emerging viruses as part of pre-pandemic preparedness efforts. This has now been established as an critical component in any fight against the threat of epidemic diseases such as Ebola and COVID-19.
In 2008, Seed magazine named her amongst the “revolutionary minds” for her part as a catalyst and leader in more collaborative approaches to influenza virus research and in 2014 she was the recipient of the ESCMID Excellence Award for Clinical Microbiology and Infectious diseases
Dr. Ilaria Capua was elected to the Chamber of Deputies in 2013 where she held the position of Vice President of the Science, Culture and Education Commission. During her time in parliament she created Parliamentary resolutions and amendments relating to infectious diseases, including antimicrobial resistance, epidemic threats (Ebola), and emerging pathogens of plants and animals. She later resigned from parliament and moved to the United States with her family.
During her career, Dr Capua has authored several books on Avian Influenza and Newcastle Disease and has over 220 publications in peer reviewed journals. Her latest book , available in summer 2020, is called Circular Health (Egea) and explores how humans, animals and planets should co-exist.
Today Dr. Ilaria Capua heads the University of Florida’s One Health Center of Excellence, a center that promotes health advancement as an integrated system through interdisciplinary approaches.
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Ilaria Capua's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Ilaria tailored to your event.
Ilaria Capua speaks on Health. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Ilaria to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Ilaria Capua for events worldwide, subject to Ilaria's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Ilaria Capua is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Ilaria can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Ilaria Capua on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Ilaria can offer.
Ilaria Capua delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Ilaria Capua's areas of expertise include Health. To get a clear sense of Ilaria's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Ilaria Capua can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Health is relevant. Details of Ilaria's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Ilaria Capua is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Ilaria Capua, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Ilaria's current availability for your dates.