Niall Macaulay is a Policy Officer at the Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Authority, a Directorate-General within the European Commission. With a solid background in product development in the pharmaceutical industry before joining the European Commission and a passion for improving global health outcomes, Niall's work focuses on developing and implementing strategic EU policies to enhance emergency preparedness, medical countermeasure availability and EU strategic autonomy. His expertise lies in identifying key challenges and development opportunities, as well as fostering collaborations with stakeholders to drive innovation, improve preparedness and boost access to medical countermeasures.
At the World Vaccine Congress Europe 2025, Niall will share insights on the latest trends and advancements in preparedness, as well as strategies for effective partnering to address emerging health threats. His presentation promises to offer valuable perspectives on EU policy actions for preparedness and shaping EU policies that promote a safer and healthier world for all.