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NWO funds 5 Dutch projects €4.5m to tackle antibiotic resistance

The Dutch Research Council (NWO) has allocated €4.53m to five cutting-edge research projects to combat antibiotic resistance.

Combating antimicrobial resistance in the UK and worldwide

Dr Louisa Jenkin details UKRI’s key activities contributing to UK and global efforts to drive down antimicrobial resistance.

How do microplastics increase antimicrobial resistance?

Microplastics are not just pollutants but also highly complex materials that facilitate antimicrobial resistance, even without antibiotics.

Strategising vaccine supply chains in developing countries

Learn more about the challenges and opportunities in optimising vaccine supply chains in developing countries such as Sierra Leone and Niger.

How diabetes fuels antibiotic resistance: What you need to know

Discover how diabetes accelerates antibiotic resistance, increasing the risk of untreatable infections. Find out more.

From Disease X to pandemics: The urgent need for new solutions

Richard Stead, CEO of Qures Group, explores the rise of pandemics and the ongoing battle against infectious diseases.

Rapid UV-C sanitisation in a single swipe

UV-C light breaks down the DNA of germs, preventing them from replicating in hospital and other settings. Discover more here.

How to reduce mould and fungi with antimicrobial coatings

Spectrum Blue's antimicrobial coatings help stop the growth of mould and fungi and reduce the risk of infections in a variety of settings.

AI-powered breast cancer screening trial to revolutionise early detection in the UK

700,000 UK women will take part in the EDITH trial to test the effectiveness of AI in detecting breast cancer earlier. Find out more.

MHRA consults guidance on new personalised mRNA cancer vaccines

Individualised mRNA cancer vaccines are a new type of cancer treatment that uses mRNA technology. Discover more here.

New FimCH vaccine shows promise in preventing recurrent urinary tract infections

Sequoia Vaccines’ FimCH vaccine oprevents recurrent UTIs by targeting bacterial adhesion, reducing infection recurrence, and addressing AMR.

Over a third of pregnant women offered new RSV vaccine in first month

The RSV vaccines gives vital protection to newborns from the first day of life against what can be a severe and life-threatening illness.

UK publishes antimicrobial stewardship tool for effective treatment

The updated antimicrobial stewardship tool supports healthcare professionals in prescribing the most appropriate antibiotics for patients.

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