Abstract
Cystic echinococcosis (CE) is a zoonotic disease of global relevance that leads to significant morbidity and economic losses in the livestock industry. Effective intervention and surveillance strategies are essential and available for controlling and preventing the spread of this disease. As a Neglected Tropical Disease (NTD), one of the main obstacles of control and surveillance is resource constraints and lack of sustainable investments. The Modelling Approaches for Cystic Echinococcosis (MACE) project aims to address these issues by utilizing an interdisciplinary approach that combines spatial analysis, individual-based transmission modelling, and stakeholder elicitation techniques.