ReBUILD is at the LSTM #125symposium today. Didn’t expect to hear the poet Tennyson quoted this morning, but Jen Lord’s lines from ‘Loxley Hall’ worked with reflections on ‘King Leopold’s Ghost’ to paint a picture of a grossly unequal world. Jen questioned the ‘normal’

Tune in today to see talks on anti-microbial resistance, a major area of research for the Centre for Drugs and Diagnostics. Click the link ⬇️

This afternoon's sessions will feature talks from world-leading NTD experts from LSTM and beyond, including the excellent Prof Peter Hotez MD PhD DSc(hon). 📽️ Use the link below to tune in LIVE.⬇️

We are LIVE on the third and final day of the 125th Anniversary Scientific Symposium. The morning session focuses on health policy challenges and maternal and child health. Watch along via our livestream #125Symposium. youtube.com/watch?v=uJEv6N…

That's a wrap on our 125th Anniversary Scientific Symposium! We've had an amazing three-days filled with invigorating discussions and presentations on the future of global health. Here is a short video from the first day. #125Symposium

⁦LSTM⁩ have been shortlisted for two #THEAwards ⁦Times Higher Education⁩ for international collaboration ⁦🤞

⁦LSTM⁩ REDRESS team winner of #THEAwards ⁦Times Higher Education⁩ for international collaboration 👏👏👏

New 2 year post doctoral position using genomics to study the evolution of malaria vectors in Uganda and Kenya. tinyurl.com/45vba6ps

Reflecting on the success of our 125th Anniversary Scientific Symposium, our Vice-Chancellor, Professor David Lalloo, highlights the critical role of such events in shaping the future of global health. #125Symposium

We're seeking to appoint a world-leading immunologist to join our prestigious Tropical Disease Biology department. If you have a strong track record in human pathogen and/or tropical disease research, this is your chance to make a global impact.

A study led by researchers at LSTM has explored the genetic changes in bacteria that explain a drop in antibiotic resistance in some bacteria, potentially leading to new treatment options. Here Dr Fabrice Graf explains the study. Read more: buff.ly/3NH2qlx

Today, we proudly celebrated the outstanding Class of 2024, welcomed our new Chancellor, Elhadj As Sy, and honoured the remarkable Dr. Ayoade Alakija @yodifiji.bsky.social with an Honorary Doctorate. Congratulations, graduates—you’re now part of LSTM’s extraordinary alumni network! #LSTMGraduation2024

We've enjoyed a fascinating and wide-ranging inaugural lecture from LSTM's Deputy Vice-Chancellor Jonathan Ball. Professor Ball's address is the first in a new series of inaugural lectures at LSTM, with more to follow in 2025.

Along with iiCON: Infection Innovation Consortium, we were pleased to host a group of MPs to tour our cutting-edge research facilities and learn about how we are contributing to the city-region's ambitions to be a powerhouse for innovation and growth in health and life sciences.

And that's a wrap!! What a fabulous day celebrating Graduation with my family and loved ones 🧡 As well as many special friends that I shared my PhD journey with. Thank you for anyone that supported me along the way❤️

It was a pleasure to welcome the House of Commons Science, Innovation and Technology Select Committee to LSTM.

We are pleased to announce the launch of our new financial support package for UK and international students applying to Master’s, Diploma, and PhD programmes starting in September 2025. If you are considering applying, please visit lstm.ac/funding2025

Our MSc in Tropical Disease Biology will give you the opportunity to delve deeper into the science of #parasitology, #microbiology, host-pathogen interactions, disease vectors and the pathogens they transmit. Interested in learning more? Visit lstm.ac/TDB

📻 The new rapid test for Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF) developed at LSTM by Caitlin Thompson and colleagues features on this week's BBC Health Check. Skip to 17.30 to learn more about CCHF and the diagnostic that could help combat it. ⬇️ bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3…

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