Drug-resistant infections could kill 2M people per year by 2050. To fight back, Dr. Jonathan Stokes’ team McMaster University has designed a “superbug killing” algorithm to accelerate antibiotic discovery. Learn more about this made-in-Canada innovation: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54204.html?h…

Matthew Miller (Miller Lab), director McMaster IIDR and Global Nexus, spoke with CBC News about COVID-19—what it taught us and why he’s calling for a shift in the focus of pandemic preparedness planning. ow.ly/y0C650VjiZk

Researchers at McMaster University in #HamOnt have developed a COVID-19 vaccine with no need for needles. Fiona Smaill, study co-lead & professor McMaster Pathology & Molecular Medicine, spoke with CityNews Toronto about the inhaled vaccine—explaining what the vaccine contains and how it works. ow.ly/VKMI50Vk6Tc

My new OpEd outlining why we need to be much more proactive about pandemic prevention theconversation.com/heeding-the-le…

The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of Guelph is at it again! Continuing our cluster hires with tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Immunology and Virology (1 position each)! careers.uoguelph.ca/job/Guelph-Ass… careers.uoguelph.ca/job/Guelph-Ass…

Vaccination against shingles might also prevent dementia, such as that caused by Alzheimer’s disease, according to a study of health records from around 300,000 people in Wales. go.nature.com/3R0PsAH

Why Should We Use Aptamers to Address Public Health Concerns? Unlike traditional treatments, aptamers offer high specificity, rapid development, and cost-effectiveness, making them an ideal approach for combating emerging infectious diseases.

Stay tuned for updates on our progress, and let’s work together to stay ahead of the next outbreak. Learn More at triera.ca #H5N1 #AvianFlu #InfectiousDisease #AptamerTherapeutics #Triera #InnovationInHealth

Discovery in Hamilton backyard could lead to new antibiotics. Gerry Wright, study co-author and professor McMaster Biochemistry & Biomedical Sciences, spoke with Hamilton Spectator about the research and why there is a constant need for new medications to treat bacterial infections. ow.ly/kzBu50VAjwz

.McMaster University is set to expand its Fitzhenry Vector Laboratory thanks to the Government of Ontario’s $45 million investment in biomanufacturing infrastructure through the Canadian Pandemic Preparedness Hub (CP2H). Université d'Ottawa | University of Ottawa The Ottawa Hospital ow.ly/fWLa50VHVP9

Congratulations to Mark Loeb, professor McMaster Pathology & Molecular Medicine, on receiving a lifetime achievement award from the Association of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Disease Canada (AMMI Canada) for his infectious disease research. ow.ly/ZGNP50VWqfn

Researchers from McMaster University and France’s Institut Pasteur show how the evolution of a single gene allowed the plague to adapt, survive and kill much of humanity over many centuries, only to fade out later. 🎥👇 ow.ly/3o5t50W19rn

Scientists have discovered how adaptations in a single gene helped the plague survive for hundreds of years. Hendrik Poinar, professor McMaster Biochemistry & Biomedical Sciences, on understanding what drives the severity, persistence and/or eventual extinction of pandemics. ow.ly/nHMM50W1G9q

McMaster scientists breed mushrooms as a natural substitute for plastic, fabric and other materials. “This is the first study to examine how genetic variation within a species could potentially influence material properties so we can tailor materials for specific purposes.”

We’re proud to share McMaster University has been ranked 14th in the world for global impact. This top-tier position is a recognition of our world-leading research, innovation & partnerships making the world more sustainable, healthier & equitable ➡️ow.ly/ZtIz50Wbz7P

Updated COVID vaccine recommended as new variant surges. Matthew Miller (Miller Lab), associate professor & scientific director, spoke with CBC News about COVID-19 and how, like flu, it will continue to evolve to try and “outwit” our immune system. ow.ly/ycez50WgQbc

It’s an incredible honour to have been named University Scholar, and a testament to the talented and dedicated staff, trainees, and colleagues that I have the privilege of working with each day!

Ancient DNA analysis of remains of several mastodons reveals Ice Age giants migrated vast distances in response to shifting climates and were far more genetically diverse than previously known ow.ly/tMmX50WVZHC