The Center for Tropical Diseases (CTD) News & Events

Today we recognize the vital importance of One Health: a collaborative, transdisciplinary approach that connects the health of humans, animals, and the environment. At UTMB our mission is rooted in this interconnected vision. From global partnerships to field research, we bring together diverse perspectives to address complex health challenges and promote sustainable solutions.

The Center for Tropical Diseases (CTD) and Kabarak University School of Medicine and Health Sciences to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through diagnostic innovation through KUSAIDIA Consortium.

We’re proud to share that UTMB Health has been designated an Antimicrobial Stewardship Center of Excellence by the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) thanks to the outstanding work of Dr. David Reynoso and team at the UTMB Antimicrobial Stewardship Program and the Division of Infectious Diseases.

CTD-SPECTRE Symposium Call for Abstracts Open now. Deadline August 19.

A deep dive into hantavirus with UTMB virologist Dr. Thomas Ksiazek on The Infectious Science Podcast.

The Center for Tropical Diseases (CTD) has launched an official LinkedIn account to connect with the global health community, share updates, and engage with professionals in the field.

Alfredo Torres, a member of the Center for Tropical Diseases (CTD), has published a community awareness article on foodborne Escherichia coli in Food Safety Magazine eDigest.