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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Join us for our upcoming CIIDIR Seminar with Vincent Minconetti from the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute. Vincent will share his research on the operational feasibility of malaria Reactive Case Detection and Treatment in the Highlands of Papua New Guinea. 📅 4 Nov | 🕑 2–3 pm 📍 HERB + Zoom

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Our 2025 CIIDIR Annual Report is now out! Take a look back at some of the research, achievements, events and collaborations that shaped our year. A big thank you to everyone who contributed to CIIDIR in 2025. Take a look at the full report here: ciidir.com.au/annual-repor...

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

As part of Medical Research Week, CIIDIR will be hosting a special seminar exploring Buruli ulcer research, bringing together perspectives on current research, clinical challenges and future directions. 📅 29 October 2026 🕒 3pm - 4.30pm 📍 Lecture Theatre 1, HERB Geelong See you there! #BuruliUlcer

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Wonderful to see CIIDIR member Professor Peter Vuillermin recognised as a finalist in the Future Geelong Leadership Awards! 👏 A well-deserved recognition of his contribution to child health, research and the Geelong community. Vote in the People’s Choice Award: bit.ly/4go2khI

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

We're pleased to share an upcoming opportunity from the Victorian Infection and Immunity Network (VIIN). The 2026 VIIN Young Investigator Symposium is open for registration and abstract submissions. 📅 25 Nov 2026 | MIPS, Parkville ⏰ Abstracts close 21 Aug More info: www.viin.org.au/events/viin-...

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Pleased to share an exciting opportunity for the position of Associate Research Fellow, Infant Microbiome at Deakin University. The work location will be at HERB (Barwon Health, Geelong) + hybrid. Applications close on 1st September at 11:55pm. More details: careers.pageuppeople.com/949/cw/en/jo...

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

We’re just two weeks away from our World Hepatitis Day Seminar 2026. Join speakers from Deakin, Barwon Health and the Burnet Institute for a timely discussion on the next steps needed to improve hepatitis awareness, testing, treatment and care. #WorldHepatitisDay 📅 27 July, 11am 📍 HERB, Geelong+Zoom

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

To mark World Hepatitis Day, CIIDIR will host a special seminar on Monday 27 July 2026 at 11:00 am, at HERB Geelong + Zoom highlighting current research and emerging developments in the hepatitis research space. Seminar speakers and the program will be shared soon. #WorldHepatitisDay #CIIDIR

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Our Day of Immunology Seminar highlighted the impact of immunology research across both human and animal health, and the important role it continues to play in improving global health outcomes. We are grateful to all our participants! Read more about the seminar here: ciidir.com.au/news/2026/05...

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Our Day of Immunology Seminar is happening tomorrow, 5th May at 10:30am at HERB Geelong + Zoom 🧬 This year’s theme explores how the immune system communicates, responds, and protects. Kindly use this link to register your attendance: lnkd.in/gEynahs5 #DayofImmunology #Immunology

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Ever wondered how your body knows how to respond to infection or why something as simple as a sneeze is part of a much bigger immune story? Come hear from us at our Day of Immunology Seminar on 5th May at HERB Geelong Kindly use this link to register your attendance: forms.office.com/r/mxue1Nkcn8

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

CIIDIR's World Malaria Day Seminar was such a great success! Our speakers reflected on global progress in malaria control, as well as how interconnected malaria research is and why collaborative approaches are so important in moving towards elimination of Malaria. #WorldMalariaDay #DeakinIMPACT

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Our World Malaria Day Seminar is happening on 21st April at HERB Geelong+Zoom. Join us to hear research on: – Plasmodium falciparum invasion mechanisms – Asymptomatic malaria and transmission – Health system readiness for elimination 👉 Register Here: forms.office.com/r/xhGhKWdhAE #WorldMalariaDay

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

On Tuesday, 21 April (10am) we welcome you to our World Malaria Day Research Seminar where our researchers will share on everything from drug resistance and vaccine development to genomic surveillance and implementation research. Please register here: forms.office.com/r/xhGhKWdhAE #WorldMalariaDay

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

NTDs continue to impact millions worldwide. At CIIDIR, our research across infectious disease, epidemiology and population health supports stronger prevention, control and elimination efforts through collaboration and evidence-based science. #WorldNTDDay #UniteActEliminate #InfectiousDiseases

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 21/12/2025

Thank you to our community for your support throughout 2025. Wishing everyone a safe and restful end-of-year break.

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is growing, infections are getting harder to treat, and the risk keeps rising. Join us this Nov 20 (12–2 PM, HERB Geelong) for our AMR Seminar to learn how resistance develops and how we can fight back. Act Now: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future. #AMR #WAAW2025

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

On April 29, CIIDIR (alongside ASI, @deakinuniversity.bsky.social, IMPACT and Barwon Health) hosted a 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 in #Geelong. Read more about #DayofImmunology at CIIDIR: ciidir.com.au/news/2025/05...

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

As we acknowledge World Malaria Day on April 25, we celebrate a recent publication by Dr Myo Naung who developed a new computer-based method to understand diversity of #malaria antigens being tested for #vaccine candidates. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: ciidir.com.au/news/2025/04... #WorldMalariaDay

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

🎉Join us for Day of Immunology 2025! 🎉 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟵, 𝟭-𝟯𝗽𝗺 A/Prof. Daniel O'Brien will present on paradoxical reaction in Buruli ulcer treatment. Register here (or scan the QR code): www.immunology.org.au/events/-ASI-...

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Today, in light of World Malaria Day on April 25, we feature Dr Jasmin Akter. Dr Akter is leading a study which aims to combat the emerging threat of resistance to ACTs, which are the frontline treatment for uncomplicated malaria in Bangladesh. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: ciidir.com.au/news/2025/04...

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

In recognition of World Malaria Day on April 25, we highlight our malaria researchers. This study, led by Dr Charles Narh, focuses on the importance of developing affordable diagnostic tools to detect drug-resistant malaria parasites in Africa. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: ciidir.com.au/news/2025/04...

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

🎉Join us for Day of Immunology 2025! 🎉 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟵, 𝟭-𝟯𝗽𝗺 Denise Airey will discuss vaccine development. Register here (or scan the QR code): www.immunology.org.au/events/-ASI-...

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

🎉Upcoming Event!🎉 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟵, 𝟭-𝟯𝗽𝗺 On behalf of ASI, CIIDIR (Deakin University and Barwon Health) is proud to bring you an opportunity to meet our researchers and discuss all things immunology to celebrate Day of Immunology 2025. Register here (or scan the QR code): shorturl.at/1P2nr

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CIIDIR @ciidir.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

CIIDIR, a partnership between @deakinuniversity.bsky.social and Barwon Health in Geelong, Victoria. CIIDIR brings together a vibrant network of researchers working collectively to reduce the burden of infectious and immune-mediated disease in our community. #infectiousdisease #immunology

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