Antimicrobial Resistance Conference

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a significant public health threat globally, and multi-drug resistant infections are predicted to only worsen over time (United Nations Foundation, 2021). In 2019, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that more than 2.8 million cases of antibiotic-resistant infections occur annually in the US, resulting in 35,000 deaths (CDC, 2024). Increased incidence of hypervirulent and multidrug resistant (MDR) bacterial pathogens has been attributed to the use, overuse, and misuse of antibiotics (FAO, 2016). However, AMR is a complex problem at the intersection of human, animal and environmental health (“One Health”) that can only be addressed through a multidisciplinary approach.

This conference will be offered both in person and virtually, providing an opportunity for participants to engage regardless of travel limitations or scheduling constraints. We welcome a diverse audience including not only academics, but also medical and veterinary practitioners, and individuals working in public health, food production, food safety, and biotechnology. The meeting has been designed to facilitate networking and collaborations so we can tackle AMR together—whether attending on site or online.

Poster Session

A dedicated poster session highlighting research in Antimicrobial Resistance will be featured during the conference. Poster presenters will receive complimentary conference registration. Upon completing registration, you will receive additional details via email regarding the poster submission process. Undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to compete for cash prizes.

Steering Committee

• Kenitra Hendrix
• Tim Johnson
• Chris Rice
• Rachel Soltys

Planning Committee

• Wendy Beauvais
• Dielson da Silva Vieira
• Sriveny Dangoudoubiyam
• Ahmed Hassan
• Andrea Kellogg
• Hyunwoo Lee
• Mohit Verma