Understanding infections to develop diagnostics, treatments and vaccines

Center for Global Infectious Disease Research

Our goal is to make transformative scientific advances that lead to the prevention, treatment and cures of infectious diseases impacting children and families around the world.

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Copper Intrauterine Device Affects Vaginal Bacteria and Inflammation

Jan. 30, 2023 - Researchers in the Center for Global Infectious Disease Research and colleagues found copper IUDs affect vaginal health and inflammatory response.

The Puzzling Physiology of Tuberculosis

Feb. 9, 2023 - Dr. Christoph Grundner and Center for Global Infectious Disease Research colleagues discovered how nutrients cross the outer wall of Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

Maternal Immunization Boosts Vaccine-Specific T Cells in Breastmilk

Jan. 13, 2023 - Researchers in the Center for Global Infectious Disease Research and colleagues gained new insights into the immunological properties of human breastmilk.

John Aitchison and Shuyi Ma Receive $1.3 Million Award for Host-Based Antivirals

January 2023 - The Center for Global Infectious Disease Research’s Drs. John Aitchison and Shuyi Ma, and colleagues, funded by the W. M. Keck Foundation, will explore a new approach to neutralizing viruses.

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