George Eliava Institute of Bacteriophages, Microbiology and Virology, together with the Pasteur Institute of France held an International Scientific Conference dedicated to the 100^th anniversary of the discovery of phages. About 100 delegates from 25 countries participated in the conference.

Eliava Institute is a very important component of our scientific potential. Development of bacteriophages throughout the world is considered as one of the most interesting and topical directions. Georgian scientists have collected a great experience and knowledge during last 100 years of existence of Eliava Institute, this knowledge is as urgent today as never before. Consequently, this international conference and other active cooperation with international science is a prerequisite for development of our science. Eliava Institute is one of the leading scientific institutions indeed. Today’s event proves that the quality of our science is very high, attractive and interesting for the entire world.