The Collaborating Centre systematically performs scientific research on preparedness, focusing on a variety of themes, and has extensive experience with developing tools and resources for strengthening infectious disease preparedness.

The Collaborating Centre has contributed to and supported various health organizations, nationally and internationally, in their efforts to prepare for (potential) Public Health events. For instance, the staff has provided expertise to the EU European Union (European Union ) BE READY project, EU method for International Contact Tracing, EU Healthy Gateways and EU PANDEM-2 and -3.

The WHO CC, in partnership with WHO and ECDC, is conducting an evaluation study of the Joint External Evaluation (JEE) and Public Health Emergency Preparedness Assessment (PHEPA), which was first combined in the Netherlands. The study aims to evaluate this integrated approach by gathering insights from stakeholders, including Dutch experts and international assessors, and making actionable recommendations for the future.  

The WHO CC has also conducted a study analysing SPAR scores in the WHO EURO Region from 2021 to 2023, highlighting trends across specific capacities and examining correlations between reported capacities. The research provides a focused regional perspective on developments and patterns of IHR implementation within the EURO Region. 

The WHO CC and WHO are collaborating in several studies aimed to better support OCTs & SIDS in developing and maintaining critical capacities for public health emergencies.