Harnessing Antibodies as Pathogen Hunters
Tufts researcher finds combining the right antibody with the right delivery system may prevent many diseases before they wreak havoc in the body
Dept. of Infectious Disease and Global Health
Plotting the End of Lyme Disease
For years, Tufts researchers have been on the cutting edge of investigating and treating the mysterious illness known as Lyme disease. Now, a new initiative seeks to eradicate the disease once and for all.
How Much Should I Worry About Ticks?
There are more ticks than ever … depending on where you live.
Why It Took So Long to Develop a New Vaccine for Lyme Disease
Initially halted by public fears, a preventive treatment could be here in two years.
Omicron Variants Unusual Mutations Could Mean it Spread from an Animal Scientists Suggest
Professor Jonathan Runstadler is quoted in Boston Herald on animals and SARS-CoV-2, including whether omicron variant may suggest cross species transmission
How climate change will bring more pests and disease to New England
Professor Sam Telford is quoted by Yahoo! on ticks and climate change.
From the ER to a Hot Lab to the MS-IDGH Program
“Especially with Covid, now is the time to learn this. I can apply firsthand what I’m learning to experiences we’re having right now.”
A Boost for Bangladesh
Cummings School faculty members collaborate with veterinarians in Bangladesh to combat the spread of infectious diseases