Discovering groundbreaking treatments for global killers such as HIV/AIDS.
Developing plans to fight threats to human and animal health. Researching vaccines and preventive medicines to stop disease before it starts.
This is the work of infectious disease researchers in the Center for Global Health and Social Responsibility, Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, and Center for Infectious Diseases and Microbiology Translational Research.
The depth and breadth of research strength in our schools and centers come together in this research corridor.
The outcome? More discoveries that fight and prevent emerging disease here and across the globe.
Ashley Haase
Preventing the spread of HIV/AIDS is the ultimate goal of infectious disease researcher Ashley Haase, who has spent more than 25 years investigating the deadly disease.
From the AHC
Gaps in flu vaccine effectiveness show a need for new vaccines
U of M researchers have found current vaccine efficacy rates aren't quite what some may believe.
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U helps businesses prepare for pandemics
05/19/11
By offering a variety of resources, CIDRAP helps businesses prepare for a pandemic
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Attacking strep throat at the choke point
04/21/11
For some, Strep means a sore throat. But for others, the bacteria’s associated danger makes a vaccine critical.
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Putting health care "basics" within reach
02/24/11
One U of M physician thinks low-level medical interventions may be the key to improving children’s health in Uganda
