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Attention BactiVac Members‼️ BactiVac 7th Annual Network Meeting 🎉 10 - 12 November 2026 🗓️ Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 🌎 Get in touch with the team at: bactivac@contacts.bham.ac.uk

Attention BactiVac Members‼️ Registration is now open for BactiVac’s 7thAnnual Network Meeting! 10 - 12 November 2026 🗓️ Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 🌎 BactiVac are delighted to announce that our 7th Annual Network Meeting will be hosted in collaboration with Fiocruz at the Rio Othon Palace Hotel in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from 10 – 12 November 2026. BactiVac’s 7th Annual Network Meeting will include: · Three-day scientific programme. · Networking sessions. · Poster sessions. · The opportunity to be selected for our travel bursary scheme (deadline for submission: Sunday 12 April 2026 (23:59 UK Time). Please note this event will be in-person only and attendance will be open to members only. Please find the full Meeting and registration details via our website. Heavily subsidised ‘Early Bird’ registration fees are available until Sunday 31 May 2026 (23:59 UK Time), and registration will close once places have been filled. For all queries, please contact the BactiVac Administration Team: bactivac@contacts.bham.ac.uk

A reminder that applications for our 2 new online training courses close on Sunday 01 March 2026 (23:59 UK Time). There is just under a week left to apply! Applications open to BactiVac members only. Find out more about these courses via the link to our website below. For any queries please contact the BactiVac Administration team on: bactivac@contacts.bham.ac.uk

Attention BactiVac Members! ‼️ BactiVac are delighted to announce that our 7th Annual Network Meeting will be hosted in collaboration with Fiocruz at the Rio Othon Palace Hotel in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from 10 – 12 November 2026. 🌎🎉 We are honoured to be working with Fiocruz, which is one of the world’s main public health research institutions focussing on research and development in biological sciences. 👩‍🔬 Please note this event will be in-person only and attendance will be open to members only. Full details of the meeting will be sent through to Network Members and made available on our website as soon as possible. In the meantime, please do ‘Save the Date: 10 – 12 November 2026’. 📅 For all queries, please contact: bactivac@contacts.bham.ac.uk Key links: BactiVac Website: lnkd.in/ebfhZu2i Apply for Membership: lnkd.in/emZzeeVj Fiocruz: fiocruz.br/en Rio Othon Palace Hotel: lnkd.in/edGc3KQK

Attention BactiVac Members ‼️ BactiVac are delighted to announce the launch of 2 new Online Training Courses which will be delivered by Scriptoria in May 2026. - Articulating and Presenting with Impact 🎤 (05 & 07 May 2026, 13:00-16:00 UK Time) o  Aimed at researchers seeking to present their work with clarity, confidence, and lasting impact to a variety of audiences. o  Full attendance at both half day sessions for this course is mandatory. - Translational CV Writing Skills 📝 (26 May 2026, 13:00-16:00 UK Time) o  Aimed at researchers who wish to translate an academic CV into an industry‑focused CV that highlights skills, achievements, and practical impact. Applications for both courses are now open and these close on Sunday 01 March 2026 at 23:59 UK time. 📬 Please note that these courses are available to our members ONLY. You can apply for free membership here: lnkd.in/emZzeeVj For more information about applying for these Online Training Courses, please visit our website: lnkd.in/exh3XPSY For all queries, please contact the BactiVac Administration Team: Bactivac@contacts.bham.ac.uk

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📢 EOI templates for cycle two of the @CARB_X 2025 funding round are now available! Cycle two opens in less than one week. EOI templates give applicants an early look at the questions that will be in the Portal. 🔗 View the templates here: bit.ly/3P56UDB

🌍Why we need global solutions to global challenges 🚨#AMR is everyone’s responsibility. 💉#Vaccines are a critical part of the solution - but we need collaboration, investment, and awareness to make an impact. Join BactiVac in the fight against AMR 👉 bit.ly/BVNjoin Learn more about our work and how you can get involved by watching our video! 👇👀 #WAAW #AMR #VaccinesWork #GlobalHealth @wellcometrust @The_MRC @UKgovGHS @britsocimm @MicrobioSoc @UoBinfectionsch

#AMR is not tomorrow’s problem – it’s a challenge we face today. Building on the momentum of the 2024 United Nations General Assembly High-level Meeting on #AMR, we urge all stakeholders, including governments, civil society, healthcare providers, veterinarians, farmers, and the public, to turn political commitments into tangible, accountable, life-saving actions. Now is the time for policies that drive real change, protecting our present and securing our future. #WAAW #AMR #VaccinesWork #GlobalHealth @wellcometrust @The_MRC @UKgovGHS @britsocimm @MicrobioSoc @UoBinfectionsch

🔬 From lab to life: Driving vaccine innovation against #AMR @BactiVac has funded 115 cutting-edge projects targeting pathogens like #Klebsiella, #Ecoli, #Salmonella, #Shigella, #Neisseria, #Pseudomonas, #Pneumococcus, #Staphylococcus & Streptococcus, which are major contributors to #AMR. Our Network accelerates early-stage research and fosters partnerships to turn ideas into impactful solutions. #WAAW #AMR #VaccinesWork #GlobalHealth @wellcometrust @The_MRC @UKgovGHS @britsocimm @MicrobioSoc @UoBinfectionsch

How is @BactiVac supporting LMIC researchers? 🌱Building capacity where it matters most. LMICs often face the highest burden of bacterial infections and #AMR. Through our catalyst funding and training awards, @BactiVac empowers researchers in these regions to lead #vaccine innovation and strengthen capacity within their organisations, foster new collaborations, and generate the data needed to de-risk projects in order to accelerate vaccine development Reducing #AMR starts with equitable research opportunities. #WAAW #AMR #VaccinesWork #GlobalHealth @wellcometrust @The_MRC @UKgovGHS @britsocimm @MicrobioSoc @UoBinfectionsch

Why is🌍global collaboration important? #AMR is a global challenge - and requires global solutions. @BactiVac connects >2,400 scientists, clinicians, and industry partners across 92 low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) and high-income settings to accelerate bacterial #vaccine development. 🤲Together, we’re building capacity, sharing knowledge, bridging gaps and ensuring equitable access to vaccines that can reduce antibiotic dependence worldwide. #WAAW #AMR #VaccinesWork #GlobalHealth @wellcometrust @UKgovGHS @britsocimm @MicrobioSoc @UoBinfectionsch

Why are vaccines important in the fight against #AMR? 💉Vaccines = Fewer infections = Less antibiotic use. Preventing bacterial infections through vaccination is a proven strategy to #reduce antibiotic consumption and slow the spread of resistance. @BactiVac supports researchers worldwide to develop #vaccines targeting high-burden bacterial pathogen - helping protect communities and preserve life-saving antibiotics. 🔊Listen to @BactiVac Director @AFC_immuno contributing an audio interview to @HST_biosci Henry Stewart Talks:👉bit.ly/ACHStalk. #WAAW #AMR #VaccinesWork #GlobalHealth @wellcometrust @The_MRC @UKgovGHS @britsocimm @MicrobioSoc @UoBinfectionsch

Why does #AMR matter? 🌍 Antimicrobial resistance (#AMR) is one of the greatest global health threats of our time. Every year, millions of lives are at risk because antibiotics are losing their effectiveness. At @BactiVac, we believe #vaccines are a powerful tool to prevent bacterial infections early, reducing antibiotic use and supporting responsible antimicrobial stewardship. Join us this #AMRAwarenessWeek as we share how our Network is driving innovation in bacterial vaccines to combat AMR. “Act Now: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future.” #WAAW #AMR #VaccinesWork #GlobalHealth @wellcometrust @The_MRC @UKgovGHS @britsocimm @MicrobioSoc @UoBinfectionsch

Today’s regulatory workshop brought together global regulatory experts to unpack critical aspects of product development and registration. From foundational principles to region-specific frameworks, the discussions highlighted the importance of collaboration and knowledge-sharing in advancing healthcare innovation. The interactive Q&A underscored a shared commitment: building stronger regulatory ecosystems that foster innovation without compromising safety. #BactiVacEvents #AMR @wellcometrust @The_MRC @UKgovGHS @britsocimm @MicrobioSoc @UoBinfectionsch

Regulatory Support for Drug Development in Malaysia: Clinical Trials and Registration Our workshop features Zaril Harza Zakaria, Head of Investigational Product & Safety Section at Malaysia’s National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA). Zaril shared insights into Malaysia’s regulatory framework, focusing on clinical trials and product registration processes that support innovation and patient safety. #BactiVacEvents #AMR @wellcometrust @The_MRC @UKgovGHS @britsocimm @MicrobioSoc @UoBinfectionsch

🌍 Introducing Regulation in Africa & the African Medicines Agency Body: We’re thrilled to welcome @j_atuhaire, Inspector of Drugs at @UNDAuthority & @UCT_news to our workshop. @j_atuhaire's session kicked off with a quick stretch session for the audience! #BactiVacEvents #AMR @wellcometrust @The_MRC @UKgovGHS @britsocimm @MicrobioSoc @UoBinfectionsch

💉 The Role of Reference Materials in Vaccine Development Arif Felek, Principal Scientist (Vaccines) at the @MHRAgovuk, explores the importance of reference materials in #vaccine development, providing practical insights into how reference standards ensure quality, safety, and efficacy in vaccine production. #BactiVacEvents #AMR @wellcometrust @The_MRC @UKgovGHS @britsocimm @MicrobioSoc @UoBinfectionsch