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Tomorrow: Division of Hematology Grand Rounds at @OSUWexMed, featuring Dr. Ethel Cesarman, professor, Weill Cornell Medicine: "Viral Cancers: Understanding mechanisms to improve diagnosis & treatment" Fri, Sept 11 | 12–1 PM | James L045 Learn more: weillcornell.org/ecesarman
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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-…
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On behalf of Dr. Soledad Benitez Ponce, we're sharing two AU26 courses on plant bacteria & disease management. 🔹 PLNTPTH 5010 (Lecture): Tue 1:50–3:40 PM | Sec 32218, 32219, 32223 🔹 PLNTPTH 6010 (Lab): Tue 9:35–11:25 AM | Sec 33298, 33272 More info: benitezponce.1@osu.edu
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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. @IDIatOSU
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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
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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…
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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…
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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!
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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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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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In case you missed it, register now!
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
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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
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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 #LymeDiseaseAwarenessMonth buckeyeticktest.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. #ForOhioans idi.osu.edu/idi-gems-lab-ser…
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