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Infectious Diseases Institute and the College of Public Health have formed a new international partnership with Korea University to advance global infectious disease research. Read more: idi.osu.edu/story/new-intern…
View the full August newsletter: mailchi.mp/cd93f5f6830c/idi-…
ALT Korea University Sejong Campus building surrounded by trees, with Korea University Sejong Campus logo and wordmark displayed below.
It’s tick season, and cases of Lyme disease are on the rise in Ohio and across the country. In a new edition of “Pass the Mic,” we chat with Dr. Risa Pesapane from @OSUVetCollege about what you can do to keep yourself and our entire community safe.
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Congratulations to Dr. Shan-Lu Liu on being named a 2026 Ohio State Distinguished Professor!
As co-director of our IDI Viruses and Emerging Pathogens Thematic Program, Dr. Liu’s world-class virology research continues to drive advancements.
Read more: go.osu.edu/liu-scholar
ALT Dr. Shan Lu Liu (left) poses with two others at an indoor event.
Tick activity is rising in Ohio—and so is the Lyme disease risk.
1 in 5 adult blacklegged ticks in Ohio carries the pathogens that cause Lyme disease. Identify ticks and test for pathogens with Ohio State’s Buckeye Tick Test.
Order here: go.osu.edu/buckeyeticktest?u…
ALT Blacklegged (Ixodes scapularis) tick crawling on a leaf.
Join us Dec. 12, 2025, 1:00–3:00 p.m. EST for Microbiology, Immunology, and Human Health in Space, part of the Exploring Bioastronautics Research series. This event will be held virtually on Zoom.
Details and registration: go.osu.edu/micro-immuno-spac…
ALT Event graphic with a starry space background. Text at the top reads: “Microbiology, Immunology, and Human Health in Space.” Below, the date and time: “Friday, December 12, 2025 | 1:00 – 3:00 PM.” Logos for Starlab and The Human Performance Collaborative appear underneath. The left side shows Earth with a space station orbiting inside a circular frame, surrounded by glowing blue microorganisms. The right side features large blue bacteria-like shapes and part of an astronaut’s helmet and suit.
As 2025 National Antibiotic Awareness Week comes to a close, the CDC and IDI remain committed to combating the emergence and spread of #AntimicrobialResistance (AR). Fighting AR takes all of us and everyone can play a role. bit.ly/4lVnLGF
ALT Graphic for U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week, November 18–24, 2025, with the URL bit.ly/USAAW2025. The center text reads ‘Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance Takes All of Us.’ Surrounding the text is a circle of illustrated figures in teal, blue, and purple, each holding a clipboard or document, symbolizing collaboration.
Antibiotics and antifungals used as pesticides in agriculture can lead to contamination of the environment (e.g., water and soil). This can speed up the development and spread of #AntimicrobialResistance. Learn more: bit.ly/3HIzj1F
ALT John Fulton, Associate Professor for Food, Agricultural, and Biological Engineering, using the safe water app.
DYK animals, including our pets and livestock, can carry germs that can spread and contribute to #AntimicrobialResistance (AR)? Discover the simple actions you can take to protect yourself & your pet & fight AR. bit.ly/45rwCLa
ALT Ask your veterinarian about preventing common infections with good hygiene, nutrition, vaccinations, and proper pet care. Take action to combat antimicrobial resistance: www.cdc.gov/antimicrobial-resistance/index.html
Antibiotic and antifungal drugs are valuable tools for treating infections, but any use can cause side effects and contribute to #AntimicrobialResistance (AR). Learn how the appropriate use of these drugs can help fight AR: bit.ly/4603t9S
ALT Antimicrobial resistance occurs when germs defeat the drugs designed to kill them.
To fight #AntimicrobialResistance (AR) we have to recognize that the health of people closely connects to the health of animals and our shared environment. Everyone plays a role in fighting AR. Learn more bit.ly/4mAMTTS
ALT Antibiotics save human and animal lives. Anytime antibiotics are used, they can lead to side effects and resistance.
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Ohio State Infectious Diseases Institute retweeted
Highlights from the 2025 Ohio Regional Tick Symposium! 🦠
Experts discussed tick surveillance, vector control, Lyme arthritis, and alpha-gal syndrome — plus a hands-on tick ID workshop.
A big thank you to all who joined us in sponsoring the event!
ALT Speakers and organizers of the 2025 Ohio Regional Tick Symposium gathered for a group photo at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center at The Ohio State University.
ALT Attendees networking and sharing insights during the 2025 Ohio Regional Tick Symposium at The Ohio State University.
ALT Close-up of a plush tick toy display at the 2025 Ohio Regional Tick Symposium as part of the educational outreach materials.
ALT Two symposium participants engaging in discussion at the 2025 Ohio Regional Tick Symposium.
Don't miss the 7th Annual IDI Annual Meeting! 🦠
Hear keynote speakers Dr. Erin Welsh & Dr. Erin Allmann Updyke (hosts of This Podcast Will Kill You) + Dr. Seema Lakdawala!
🗓️ Nov 14, 2025 📍Ohio Union
🚨 Register by Oct 31, 2025
Learn more and register: go.osu.edu/7th-annual-idi-me…
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Ohio State Infectious Diseases Institute retweeted
Registration is now open for the Ohio State 3rd Ohio Regional Tick Symposium and the Ohio Mosquito & Vector Control Association (OMVCA) Annual Meeting!
ORTS: 10/27/25, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
OMVCA: 10/28/25, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Register here: go.osu.edu/orts-omvca-regist…
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As influenza A (H5N1) continues to wreak havoc on U.S. farms and poses rising risk to public health, Ohio State faculty experts are leading efforts in research, surveillance, and collaboration.
Register here to attend this engaging webinar: go.osu.edu/C6UX
ALT Collage of three scenes: Top left shows a petri dish labeled 'H5N1 V/PCR2' with vials in a blue holder; top right shows a person in protective gear holding a black chicken; bottom shows cows with yellow ear tags standing at a feeding trough.
As influenza A (H5N1) continues to wreak havoc on U.S. farms and poses rising risk to public health, Ohio State faculty experts are leading efforts in research, surveillance, and collaboration.
Register here to attend this engaging webinar: go.osu.edu/C6UX
ALT Collage of three scenes: Top left shows a petri dish labeled 'H5N1 V/PCR2' with vials in a blue holder; top right shows a person in protective gear holding a black chicken; bottom shows cows with yellow ear tags standing at a feeding trough.
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Ohio State Infectious Diseases Institute retweeted
If a person, pet, or livestock has been bitten by a tick you can now get rapid tick ID and pathogen testing services at OSU! The @IDIatOSU tick species specific panels include pathogens of importance to BOTH people and animals #LymeDiseaseAwarenessMonthbuckeyeticktest.osu.edu/
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Ohio State Infectious Diseases Institute retweeted
As the tick population and tick-borne diseases rapidly increase across Ohio, @IDIatOSU's Buckeye Tick Test is addressing this by offering cost-effective tick-borne pathogen testing for the general public with test results within 72 hours. #ForOhioansidi.osu.edu/idi-gems-lab-ser…