Imperial Department of Infectious Disease
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Department of Infectious Disease @imperialcollege | Part of @ImperialMed | Innovating new approaches to infectious disease control on a global scale
London, England
Joined September 2015
Researchers have discovered how 'microbial piracy' helps bacteria to share genes for dangerous traits, including resistance to antibiotics. This research could help to tackle the global threat of #AntimicrobialResistance and develop diagnostic tools.👇 https://t.co/8Xoo2EQlzM
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PHAGE PIRATES - Researchers have discovered how ‘pirate phages’ hijack other viruses to break into bacteria, sharing new genetic material for dangerous traits.
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Grateful to modern medicine? Tell us how antibiotics have helped you and your family, and support our campaign to keep antibiotics working. Your story and photo could be up in lights at #PiccadillyCircus in London during #WAAW25. #ThankYouAntibiotics 🔗
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🚨 BRC Public Involvement in Research Competition 2025 is now open🚨 Showcase your outstanding public involvement in health research and win: 🏆 a BRC-branded trophy 💳 a £500 gift card Apply by 12 Oct 2025👉 https://t.co/Wu3tKbDXvX
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Scientists warn MRSA is rising outside hospitals in the US with cases in gyms & health clubs increasing. Dr Andrew Edwards in @thetimes comments that community MRSA strains are “less resistant to drugs but very aggressive". https://t.co/mhtnCYSZTD
thetimes.com
British scientists are monitoring an increase in cases of MRSA contracted in the community and have called for more research into its spread
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Dr Andrew Edwards in @bbchealth says AI-designed antibiotics are “very significant” with “enormous potential” — but warns that safety & efficacy testing still lie ahead. AI may speed up discoveries, but proving the drugs work will take time. 🧪👇 https://t.co/1Ln57hCy5E
bbc.co.uk
Two new potential drugs have been designed by AI to kill drug-resistant bacteria, in a major Massachusetts Institute of Technology study.
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We have a new research assistant role co-supervised with @cjohansson_lab Working on #vaccines and #immunology
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@ImperialMed @ImperialInfect
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The Imperial Excellence in Functional Genomics Network has launched! The network unites experts to tackle the biggest challenges in genomics - translating genomic data into meaningful clinical outcomes. Read more about the network👇 https://t.co/KmApnLNZpR
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FUNCTIONAL GENOMICS - Last month, the Imperial Excellence in Functional Genomics Network officially launched, with a celebratory event held at the Royal Geographic Society.
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#HTLV-1: a little-known virus, a big #health threat. With support from @imperialcollege's Global Connect Fund, Dr @CarolRosadas brought together experts from 18 countries in Rwanda to spark new research & policy action 🌍🙌 Read more 👇 @ImperialInfect
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Dr Carolina Rosadas unites experts from 18 countries in Rwanda to tackle HTLV-1, sparking collaborations, research, and strategies against this overlooked virus.
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We’re looking for an exceptional academic leader with a compelling vision to Head @ImperialInfect at @imperialcollege. Apply by 15 September 2025
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Prof Chris Chiu (@ChrisChiuLab) spoke to @theipaper on the US move to block mRNA vaccine research — warning it could weaken pandemic responses. "RNA vaccines have a particular advantage in the speed with which they can be created." 👇 https://t.co/zjiPPvL3d5
inews.co.uk
Bird flu is among the candidates for the next pandemic that could be affected by major cuts to US vaccine research
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🌍 In June, UK & African experts gathered in Harare to explore AI’s role in building healthier societies. Led by Dr Felicity Fitzgerald, the workshop aimed to empower Zimbabwean researchers, spark collaborations, and unlock AI’s potential for health. 👇 https://t.co/Ii5tZRDLaG
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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE - In June 2025, British and African experts convened to explore the transformative role of AI in shaping healthier societies.
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We're hiring for a Head of Department to lead one of Europe’s largest and most impactful centres for infectious disease research — right here at @imperialcollege. We're looking for a strategic leader with vision and drive. Apply by 15 September👇 https://t.co/qTuQwPuTNy
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Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities ment...
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Dr. Aran Singanayagam (@SinganayagamLab), a leader in respiratory virus immunology, has been named a 2025 @AmerChemSociety's Young Investigator! 🧪👏 In this Q&A, he shares his research journey, inspirations, and what’s next. 👉 https://t.co/P2HgV2EKR6
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Young creatives with no STEM background helped Imperial researchers design an award-winning #AMR game using Lego and imagination. Curious how? Read the full story 👇 https://t.co/3RgdTyRMYb
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#CelebratingEngagement with the Young Producers Research Team
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Early career researchers & academics: interested in exploring applications for your research? Join our online session on 7 Aug 12-1pm to explore tools to engage different stakeholders, communicate w/ non-technical individuals & ask effective questions. https://t.co/jsIfYuvOcR
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"I think it's important to remember that antibiotics aren't just used to treat infection." Ali Miraj (@AliMirajUK) speaks with Dr. Andrew Edwards on @LBC about the threat of antibiotic resistance. 🎧 https://t.co/V7x1WLgKDP
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What’s next for health innovation? 🧬 At Imperial's Collider 2025, experts revealed 6⃣ key insights shaping the future of medicine, from lab breakthroughs to life changing products. Here’s what we learned👇 https://t.co/TTvFreSkMf
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ULTRA MODERN MEDICINE - Experts from the life sciences industry have shared key insights into how healthcare innovation is changing and the next wave of medicines.
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Congratulations to our @GIANTmicrobes winner Yihe @ImperialInfect 🎉🎉 Polly the #plasma is happy to have found a new home! @Stratech_UK #guesstheballs #aspergillus #cysticfibrosis #research
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Don't forget to join us tomorrow for our seminar with Prof Peter Cherepanov @TheCrick. He will discuss the two personalities of HIV-1 integrase. 🗓️22 July, 1-2pm 📌South Kensington/Online 👉 https://t.co/SBPcMfLwcf
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We are now recruiting for a challenge study, involving giving the virus that causes #COVID-19 to healthy volunteers, to better understand COVID-19. Participants will be reimbursed for their time and travel. For more information visit👇 https://t.co/5zc8tlbb2u
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A new human challenge study for COVID-19
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