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Possible Link between the Severe Respiratory Illness Outbreak in Mexico and Swine Flu in Southwestern United States?

Application Administrator — 25-Apr-2009 06:44 PM

Mark J. Cameron, Ph.D., JIDC Regional Office Canada. Thomas Rowe, University of Toronto, Canada. David J. Kelvin, Ph.D., JIDC Regional Office, Shantou University Medical College, China. Eerily reminiscent of the Severe Acquired Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) outbreak during the spring and fall of 2003, an outbreak of Severe Respiratory Illness (SRI) in Mexico has world health officials in a state of "Heightened Concern". The concern centers around the fact that as of April 24, 2009 over 134 cases (see Figure 1) have been reported with an associated 20 (and possibly more, some estimates place mortality figures at 60) deaths (<a href="http://www.health.gov.on.ca/english/providers/program/emu/health_notices/ihn_042309.pdf">http://www.health.gov.on.ca/english/providers/program/emu/health_notices/ihn_042309.pdf</a>). Case fatality rates range from 11 to 29% in central and southern Mexico. What is most alarming is that the deaths have occurred in healthy young adults.

NEW WEBSITE WITH RESOURCES FOR DIARRHEAL DISEASE CONTROL

Brent Barrett — 22-Gen-2009 03:05 AM

<pre> PATH is pleased to announce the launch of a new website, Resources for Diarrheal Disease Control <<a href="http://www.eddcontrol.org/">http://www.eddcontrol.org/</a>>. This resource-rich site provides tools that advocates and practitioners alike can use in spreading the word about the deadly toll of diarrheal disease and the solutions to stop it. </pre>

ASM International Alert(1)

Brent Barrett — 11-Lug-2008 03:34 PM

ASM posts an alert message.

9th edition Salmonella Kauffmann-White-Le Minor antigenic scheme

Brent Barrett — 06-Gio-2008 04:51 PM

The 9th edition is posted online on the WHO site.

CAMPYLOBACTER, 3RD EDITION

Brent Barrett — 08-Mag-2008 03:06 AM

A new edition has been published.

ASM International Alert

Brent Barrett — 03-Apr-2008 03:33 AM

<div align="left">ASM International Alert  April 2008</div>

Clinical Microbiology Consultants Needed for French-speaking Countries

Brent Barrett — 29-Mar-2008 04:27 AM

<div>The American Society for Microbiology is seeking highly qualified individuals to work as consultants for capacity building of international HIV/AIDS microbiology laboratories in resource-poor, French-speaking countries, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. Experience is needed for hands-on diagnostics for HIV/AIDS-related opportunistic infections (OIs), particularly bacteriology, mycology, and parasitology. These activities may include short or long-term travel and can develop with little notice.</div>

ASM Professorships for Africa, Asia and Latin America

Brent Barrett — 11-Mar-2008 03:27 AM

This is a reminder that the deadline to submit your application to the ASM Professorships for Africa, Asia and Latin America is April 15th. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to share your knowledge with young scientists around the world. Due to the limited number of Professorships available these grants are highly prestigious. Winners will receive a certificate and will be profiled in the ASM magazine, Microbe, and on the ASM website. Please find information on the application process attached below: Deadline: April 15th, 2008 The ASM International Professorships for Asia, Africa and Latin America These programs provide funding support to an ASM member from the US who is scientifically recognized in his/her area to teach a hands-on, highly interactive short course on a single topic in the microbiological sciences at an institution of higher learning in Africa, Asia or Latin America.  Funding The International Professorship Program provides funding to meet the costs of a visit to one institution. Up to $2,600 (Professorships in Latin America) or $3,500 (Professorships in Africa or Asia) of the funding may be used to defray travel expenses for the professor (and co-professor if required). Up to $2,000 may be used for supplies and equipment that are not available at the host institution, or a local assistant, if required. An allowance of up to $300 per visit may be used by a Teaching Professor to defray expenses incurred in local administrative costs or for other contingencies. Funds from ASM must be matched by the hosting institution. Matching funds provided by the host institution may be in-kind contributions such as housing and board for the visiting professor, supplies, facilities, administrative support, etc.  ASM International Professorship for Asia ONLY: Each award provides up to $5,500.  ASM International Professorship for Africa ONLY: Each award provides up to $5,500.  ASM International Professorship for Latin America and PAHO Professorship for Latin America ONLY: Each award provides up to $4,000.  Eligibility The application must be made jointly between a hosting institution and the visiting professor.  Host Institution     * Institution with graduate students enrolled in a masters, doctoral or equivalent program, post-doctoral fellows or residents, and teaching faculty.     * Institution where at least 12 students will be enrolled full-time in the short course.     * Commitment to maximizing use of the course, as demonstrated by the applicability of the course’s contents to existing programs at the institution or to the field of research of the Research Professor.     * Demonstrated commitment to international collaborations and partnerships.     * Demonstrated commitment to advancing the microbiological sciences through interactions with professional organizations.     * Institutions in developed nations, as defined by BOTH the UN high HDI group and the World Bank high income economy group, are ineligible. Visiting Teaching Professor     * Scientifically recognized their area of microbiological expertise.     * Actively engaged in teaching at the post-secondary level.     * Commitment to international collaborations and partnerships.     * Must be an ASM member during the term of the Professorship. All selected applicants will receive a one-year membership as part of their award. Current ASM members will be reimbursed their membership fees for the applicable year. Preference will be given to:     * Applicants who will be able to make maximal use of the course, as demonstrated by the applicability of the course’s contents to existing programs at the host institution.     * Applications that demonstrate a commitment to building an ongoing institutional relationship. Application Form Visit ASM’s International Affairs section on the web to download the professorship application: <a href="http://www.asm.org/International/professorship">http://www.asm.org/International/professorship</a> It is a recommended that all applications be received in advance of the deadline to allow to for confirmation that all required documents have been received.  Application Process The application, consisting of the Visiting Professor Information, the Host Information, the Hosting Institution, Visiting Professor Agreement, and all attachments should be e-mailed or faxed to the ASM Department of International Affairs at <a href="mailto:international@asmusa.org">international@asmusa.org</a> or (202) 942 9328 on or before the appropriate deadline. The original signed agreement form should be mailed to:  InternationalASM InternationalAmerican Society for Microbiology 1752 N Street N.W. Washington , DC, 20036-2804 Professorship Program Affairs ASM is pleased to offer this exciting opportunity to our members, if you have any questions please contact <a href="mailto:international@asmusa.org">international@asmusa.org</a>.  Good luck! Best Regards, Bereneice M. Madison Chair, International Education Committee (IEC) __________________

New information posted on ASM's web site this week

Brent Barrett — 10-Feb-2008 08:55 PM

New information posted on ASM's web site this week

The ASM Indo-US Professorships in Microbiology

Brent Barrett — 25-Gen-2008 12:29 PM

<div>The ASM Indo-US Professorships in Microbiology</div> <div>This Professorship encourages partnerships between the United States and India. Sponsored by the Indo-US Science & Technology Forum, the program enables:</div> <div>·        Microbiologists in India and the United States to visit institutions in the other country to teach an interactive short course on a topic in any of the microbiological disciplines (Teaching Professor).</div> <div>·        Microbiologists in India to participate in an interactive short course on a topic in any of the microbiological disciplines, or conduct a research project in partnership with colleague in a research facility in the U.S. (Research Professor).</div> <div> </div> <div>Open to ASM members and non-members alike, the program seeks to broaden collaboration between India and the US on issues of global concern. Up to eight Professorships offered per program year.</div>