Welcome to NDPIA!
The National Doctoral Programme in Infection and Antimicrobials (NDPIA) is a research school funded by the Swedish Research Council (VR) and is affiliated with UCMR (Umeå Centre for Microbial Research) at Umeå University.
NDPIA research school aims to play an important role in training the next generation of scientists that will confront the global public threat of infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance. NDPIA excels in training young researchers in this area by enhancing their skills and knowledge, fostering collaboration and interdisciplinary learning, offering career development courses to help retain these researchers, and serving as a global network for infection biology researchers. The suggested NDPIA programme presents in-depth training courses and activities that equip individuals with the necessary comprehension to tackle these pressing health-care challenges using a One-Health strategy. These courses also increase understanding of healthcare policies and the societal and economical effects of infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance.
NDPIA supports participation in these activities by co-funding the course and accommodation costs for its members. PhD students and postdoctoral fellows enrolled at a Swedish university/institute or with one of our international partners and studying infection biology and antibimicrobials are welcome to apply for membership.
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We are pleased to offer our members the Fundamentals of Basic and Applied Phage Biology course at Lund University from May 12-16. This course provides a comprehensive theoretical overview and practical skills in phage biology, enabling participants to integrate phage techniques into their research.
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Lectures: Cover phage diversity, ecological roles, phage-bacteria interactions, and phage-based treatments.
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Practicals: Include phage isolation, titre determination, infectivity assays, and mutant selection.
Expected Learning Outcomes: Participants will gain knowledge in phage diversity, ecological roles, molecular mechanisms of phage-bacteria interactions, and applications in treating antibiotic-resistant pathogens. They will also acquire essential laboratory techniques for phage research.
Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your research skills!
Register here: Fundamentals of Basic and Applied Phage Biology 2025 | NDPIANDPIA is happy to announce another year of full access to the Nature Masterclasses On-demand platform!
The Nature Masterclasses online courses are specifically designed to be used on demand and at your rhythm. They are bite-sized (10–20-minute lessons) so you can dip in and out during natural gaps in your work.
Full NDPIA members are eligible to apply for a personal code that will give you access to all courses on the Nature Masterclasses on-demand platform.
Your access to the courses will start on 11 November, 2024 and be valid until 10 November, 2025.
