Events

“Stalled Microbiomes: Dartmouth-led Study Reveals That Cystic Fibrosis Disrupts Early Gut Development in Infants by Timothy Dean Findings from a new Dartmouth-led study, published in the journal mBio, highlight key differences in the gut microbiome (communities of bacteria) of infants with cystic fibrosis (CF) compared to that of healthy infants, and how these alterations may adversely affect their … Read more

Jennifer Bomberger, Professor of Microbiology and Immunology, comments in Wired on a new study that found cold weather can impair the release of tiny extracellular vesicles in the nose lining that help combat viruses. Click HERE to read the full article.

Dear colleagues, The 2021 Molecular Pathogenesis: Mechanisms of Infectious Disease virtual conference is scheduled for July 13-15.  As many of you know, the mission of this long-standing (usually in-person) FASEB conference is to bring together experts from all disciplines of microbiology and infectious diseases, including bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, virology, host response, and drug discovery.  Given the ongoing SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, I’m sure you … Read more

NACFC 2020: Online October 7 – October 23   Beginning October 7, participants will be able to access posters, network with other NACFC attendees, visit the Supporter Showcase, and watch symposia talks on demand in advance of the live simulcast. Live sessions – including plenary presentations and symposia discussions – will take place October 21-23. NACFC brings … Read more

June 2, 2-3pm EST See here for the full announcement. The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation recognizes that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a dramatic impact on the research you conduct, and we want to reassure you that we are committed to providing the necessary support and flexibility to ensure this important work continues. Join us for … Read more

The New England Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Chapter is gearing up for this year’s CF Seacoast Safari Cycle for Life ride, on July 11, 2020. The ride starts and ends at Smuttynose Brewery in Portsmouth. For more information, visit the CF Seacoast Safari Cycle for Life Ride website.