Sophia Abene

Carlien Pohl-Albertyn's, PhD research highlights the role of the South African brown locust in the transmission and survival of the emerging pathogen Candida auris.

Hannah Pye, PhD and Evelien Adriaenssens, PhD explore the potential of phages in combating antimicrobial resistance and advancing health across human, animal, and environmental domains.

Professor Gordon Ramage, BSc, PhD, discusses the increasing impact of fungal biofilms, new treatment options, and the need for enhanced detection methods.

Heather Platt, MD, discusses Merck’s latest achievement with Capvaxive and its potential to significantly reduce invasive pneumococcal disease and pneumonia in high-risk adult populations across Europe.

FDA investigates ongoing outbreaks involving contaminated pastries with 18 reported cases of illness across 7 states, and 1 hospitalization.

Carole Mitnick, ScD discusses the impact of the endTB trial's findings on future TB treatment options, including shorter treatment durations, lower costs, and expanded accessibility.

Carole Mitnick, ScD highlights the importance of trust in the success of the endTB trial and addresses the ongoing toxicity concerns with new shorter treatment regimens.

Kirsten Nielsen, PhD, discusses how her team’s research could lead to better understanding and treatment of cryptococcal meningitis.

Researchers identify Camp Hill virus, a novel henipavirus in shrews, raising concerns about human exposure to emerging infectious diseases.

Robert Walker, MD discussed the company's application for full licensure and the importance of vaccination.

Fecal microbiota transplantation emerges as the top treatment, while probiotics show limited effectiveness in preventing CDI recurrence.

The latest Phase 2/3 trial results show NVX-CoV2601 outperforms its predecessor, offering protection against emerging COVID-19 strains.

European agencies warn that non-medical fungicide use may be fueling resistance in A fumigatus, a mold responsible for severe human infections.

Robert Allen, MD, on variant monitoring, antibody development, and the company's long-term approach to patient care.

Sasirekha Ramani, PhD on creating a broad-spectrum antiviral that could be effective in various clinical settings, especially given the emergence of new and more dominant strains.

Robert Allen, PhD, discusses how Pemgarda’s stability in targeting the spike protein's receptor-binding domain offers crucial protection, including immunocompromised individuals.

Prashant Kumar’s study on indoor air quality aboard cruise ships highlights the critical role of ventilation and masking in reducing infection risks.

Kansas is experiencing the largest tuberculosis outbreak in decades, a preview into vaccines and treatments up for FDA approval this winter/spring, and more.

Gregory Fox, PhD outlines the trial's challenges, the impact of combining results with the TB Champ trial, and the role of collaboration in strengthening research outcomes.

Alejandro Krolewiecki, MD discusses the path to regulatory approval, collaboration with global health organizations, and the role of partnerships in scaling up the new treatment for neglected tropical diseases.

Gregory Fox, PhD discusses the V Quinn trial's results, exploring levofloxacin’s role in reducing TB incidence and the study's approach to combining data with the TB Champ trial.

GAFFI is addressing fungal diagnostic gaps by raising awareness, implementing models, and advocating for resource shifts, despite challenges in funding, infrastructure, and political support.

Alejandro Krolewiecki, MD, discussed testing a combination of albendazole and ivermectin to improve treatments for neglected tropical diseases.

James F Cummings, MD discusses phase 2b trial Phase 2b trial expansion focusing on safety, efficacy, and immune response for Vaxart’s investigational oral vaccine.

Vaccines and treatments are up for approval in early to mid-2025, including a chikungunya vaccine, a meningococcal vaccine, a monoclonal antibody for RSV, and more.

Research into new antifungal treatments, including drugs in phase two and three trials, offers hope for patients who do not respond to current therapies.

Mackenzie Keintz, MD validate an antibiotic appropriateness metric to enhance UTI treatment in outpatient care, addressing challenges in coding and prescribing accuracy.

The impact of the "95-95 by 2025" campaign and successes in countries like Uzbekistan and Guatemala, where action to improve diagnostic tools has addressed fungal infection challenges.

This week, local health department's role in combating HAIs and AMR by strengthening infection prevention, global efforts to address fungal infections, and pandemic preparedness continue to face challenges, and more.

George Thompson, MD, explains a rise in Valley fever cases in CA, with concerns about increased virulence, ICU admissions, and the impact of droughts and wildfires on fungal spread.