Networking across Europe: The excellence centers of the European confederation of medical mycology

摘要

Introduction: The European Confederation of Medical Mycology (ECMM) is the overarching organization of the National Medical Mycology Societies in Europe, whose purpose is the rendering of support to science and research, the international coordination of scientific and clinical activities, the organization of mycological conventions, and of training programmes. The ECMM works towards the unification of all European scientists interested medical issues related to mycology. Hence, the idea was to set up ECMM Excellence Centers (ECMM EC). An ECMM EC is an institution designated by the ECMM Board to form part of an international collaborative network. In line with the ECMM policy and strategy, an ECMM EC participates in the strengthening of country resources, in terms of information, services, research and training, in support of national health development.