Infectious Diseases

The Infectious Diseases theme addresses some of the world's most pressing challenges to human, animal and plant health. Researchers investigate pathogens, hosts and vectors across a diverse range of systems, from neglected tropical diseases and vector-borne infections to emerging zoonoses and agricultural pathogens. Areas of expertise include parasitology, vector biology, microbial pathogenesis, epidemiology, disease ecology, human and veterinary virology, host-pathogen interactions and genetic approaches to pathogen and vector control. Current research includes malaria, leishmaniasis, bacterial and viral infections, disease transmission dynamics, global health, and the development of gene-drive and other genetic technologies for insect vector and pest management. Through laboratory, field and community-based research, the theme seeks to improve disease prevention, surveillance, diagnosis and control worldwide.