Antibiotics help to prevent and treat infections.

We need a pipeline of new ones to fight infections because over time they become resistant to the drugs we use to treat them.

Yet, no new classes of antibiotics have been approved since the 20th century. [1/3]

Hurry! The abstract and earlybird booking deadline for our Biennial International LRRK2 meeting is this Thursday! We're welcoming abstracts for both oral communications and poster presentations: ow.ly/NotR50Rg2rH

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The Postgraduate Research Experience Survey ( #PRES ) has launched.

Check your Uni email for a unique link to access PRES. This is your chance to have your say about your research programme.

Even during a career break, you don't have to feel disconnected from your fellow bioscientists. Our Stay Connected Bursaries allow members to stay engaged with the scientific community and keep informed about the latest developments. Find out more today! ow.ly/QtKp50Rg4aC

Our latest infectious disease funding call is open!

We’re supporting multidisciplinary teams to generate evidence on the co-circulation and cross-reactivity of dengue and Zika – and to help implement effective interventions that reduce their burden 👇
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We’re joining Universities Scotland in celebrating the stories and achievements of students from underrepresented backgrounds.

Two Dundee students, supported by our widening access programme Reach Tayside, feature in the #40Faces campaign. Scroll to find out more about them👇

Ahead of #WorldChagasDay , the latest edition of The Lancet Infectious Diseases has a timely editorial highlighting challenges and opportunities for better #Chagas treatment.

📖 Read it now: thelancet.com/issue/S1473-30…

It's #WorldChagasDay ! A better understanding of the understudied mother-child transmission route is pivotal in reducing the burden worldwide of this 'silent disease'. Find out more with Dr Gold Mundo Sano & Elise Rapp HESAV Lausanne
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Today is #WorldChagasDay .

But what is #Chagas ? How does it affect millions of lives around the world? And what can be done to improve diagnosis and treatment?

Read on to find out ⬇️ (🧵1/6)

We've launched a new funding award to support researchers of Black, Bangladeshi and Pakistani heritage in the UK to stay in research and advance their careers.

💰 £200,000 per researcher
🗓️ Up to two years
✅ Apply by 18 June

Find out more ⤵️
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#OpenAccess
A unified analysis of evolutionary and population constraint in protein domains highlights structural features and pathogenic sites
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On Saturday 27th April, 10am-4pm drop in to the Steam Hub, Central Library for 'Our World from Space' workshop to be held by Dundee Science Centre staff. Learn how satellite technology is guiding the fight against the climate crisis. Suitable for all ages. No booking required

Applications open for our #TeachGenomics24 workshop! 🏫

Learn how to implement #genomics into #nursing & midwifery training programmes. 🧬

🗓️ Apply by 28 May 2024
⚒️ Training toolkit supplied
📎 Find out more: bit.ly/48r65eU

Hear from Professor Gopal Sapkota MRC PPU who was awarded the Biochemical Society Industry Academia award last week.

Applications now open for our short course DMPK 101🔬 From understanding absorption to predicting toxicity, this course equips you with essential insights for successful drug development.🧑‍🔬 Limited spots available! wcair.dundee.ac.uk/training/short…

❤️💛💚💙 The Dundee-built ZX Spectrum has been branded as 'one of the most important gaming computers ever' in a new feature by Den of Geek!

As part of the feature, they included some of the best games released. If you had a Spectrum, what was your favourite game? #Dundee

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The Postgraduate Research Experience Survey ( #PRES ) has launched.

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Today is #WorldTBDay .

#Tuberculosis - or TB - is caused by bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis that mainly affects the lungs.

Common symptoms include
❗️ Cough
❗️ Chest pains
❗️ Weight loss
❗️ Fever
❗️ Night sweats

Learn more about TB 👉bit.ly/3Vo428E #EndTB

Our 2024 conference focusing on developments in Genomics of Rare Disease starts today!🙌🏼

A huge welcome to the 114 delegates joining us at
Hinxton Hall Conference Centre and our 408 online delegates, collectively representing 73 countries.

Join the conversation using this hashtag: #GRD24

There's just over 1 week left to submit your applications for summer vacation studentships, PhD scholarships, and sponsorship towards the organisation of small events! Head to our website to find out if you're eligible. ow.ly/X2Jy50QYWgV