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More than 80% of patients had drug-related problems, highlighting the need for inpatient antiretroviral stewardship.

Rodney Rohde, PhD, SM(ASCP), SVCM, MBCM, FACSc, discusses the ongoing concerns about the federal government’s hold on funding for research and the potential chilling effect that it may have on laboratory professionals and deciding on careers, especially in areas such as public health. He also talks about locating and engaging in potential alternative resources for research funding.

At ASM Microbe 2025, a Puerto Rico study links increased fungal spore concentrations to rises in viral respiratory infections, suggesting potential early warning utility.

At ASM Microbe 2025, a cross-sectional study highlights Burkholderia cepacia dominance, widespread antibiotic resistance, and key risk factors, including invasive device use and patient demographics.

At the ASM Microbe conference, Mike Bromley, PhD, offers some insights on the importance of a One Health approach addressing the growing antifungal resistance to azoles and Aspergillus fumigatus because of the connection between crop spraying and the rise of resistance.

At ASM Microbe 2025, researchers underscored the role of NAAT in outpatient CDI diagnosis and raised concerns over PPI-related risk in older, health care–associated cases.

A study presented at ASM Microbe 2025 questions the clinical value of adding enzyme immunoassays to PCR-based CDI diagnostics amid sensitivity concerns.

Presented at ASM Microbe 2025, a bioinformatics study highlights nine human miRNAs capable of binding and potentially inhibiting both hepatitis C and bovine viral diarrhea viruses.

Presented at MAD-ID 2025, Natt Patimavirujh, PharmD, supports fidaxomicin over vancomycin for high-risk groups, including transplant and chemotherapy patients.

Presented at MAD-ID by Mohammed Al Musawa, PharmD, BCIDP, the study found lower clinical success with imipenem-cilastatin-relebactam in obese patients, raising questions about dosing strategies.

At MAD-ID, Alyssa Cox, PharmD, showed fidaxomicin reduces 90-day recurrence by 68.3% versus vancomycin, with rates of 7.9% vs. 19% in 176 hospitalized patients.

At MAD-ID, Jose Alexander, MD, reports 98% susceptibility in ESBL E coli and 76% in K pneumoniae, underscoring the need for species-specific testing.

At MAD-ID 2025, Tiffany Lee, PharmD, presents multi-center findings showing no increase in AKI with higher initial dosing.

At MAD-ID 2025, William R Mikesell, PharmD, presented data showing 20% vs 16% treatment failure rates in doxycycline and minocycline groups.

Christina Lee, PharmD, and Julia Donahue, PharmD, analyzed 533 encounters revealing a 27.1% readmission rate in immunocompromised patients versus 14.1% in non-immunocompromised patients.

At MAD-ID, Dianne Nguyen, MD, shares Phase 3 data showing consistent tolerability of the microbiome therapy across high-risk patient populations

At MAD-ID, Marc Scheetz, PharmD, discusses how PK/PD modeling and AUC-based strategies offer safer, more precise antibiotic therapy.

Logan Brock, PharmD, presents data at MAD-ID, showing limited diagnostic yield from routine fungal cultures and delayed results compared with standard methods.

At MAD-ID 2025, Kimberly Leuthner, PharmD, FIDSA, highlights the need for larger prospective studies amid limited current evidence.

At MAD-ID 2025, Jiye Park, PharmD, presents findings showing once-daily dosing is effective, with no added benefit from extended vancomycin use after antibiotics.

At MAD-ID 2025, Dakota Rorie, PharmD, highlights cost and access barriers to uptake of preferred CDI therapy.

At MAD-ID 2025, Rachel M. Kenney, PharmD, discusses treatment shifts, microbiome innovations, and pharmacists' roles in optimizing outcomes.

Timmy Do, PharmD, BCIDP, BCPS, presents case series at MAD-ID 2025 on investigational therapies following tecovirimat failure.

At MAD-ID 2025, Cadhan McFadden presents data from a multidisciplinary ambulatory care project using PEN-FAST scoring and oral challenges to improve antibiotic access and accuracy.

A new study being presented at MAD-ID looked at this class of therapies vs oral penicillins and found the former to be non-inferior to the latter.

At MAD-ID 2025, Elizabeth Dodds Ashley, PharmD, MHS, explains how NHSN’s Antibiotic Resistance Option is shaping stewardship and clinical decision-making.

At MAD-ID, a study highlights how prescribing in these settings suggests a need for antimicrobial stewardship efforts.

At MAD-ID, Timothy Aungst, PharmD, outlines the role of artificial intelligence in clinical decision-making, curriculum design, and infectious disease practice.

Alexander Laurenson presents T-cell-focused tool at the 2025 Vaccinology Conference using data from 18 countries and 748 HLA alleles to address immune diversity in Africa.

New meta-analysis at the 2025 vaccinology conference highlights the efficacy of maternal RSV vaccines, with calls for enhanced monitoring following safety issues with one candidate