ABOUT THE SYMPOSIUM

The 2nd ADVANCE-ID Network Symposium will be held on 18-19 February 2025 at the Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel, Singapore. This event, organized by the ADVANCE-ID Network based at the National University of Singapore’s Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health (SSHSPH), will focus on the growing global health threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The symposium will bring together experts, clinicians, researchers, and policymakers from across Asia and beyond, providing a critical platform for sharing innovative strategies and research to combat AMR.

AMR poses an increasing threat to global health by undermining decades of medical progress, complicating treatment options, and straining healthcare systems. In line with the United Nations’ mandate for international action, the symposium’s theme, “Translating Clinical Research into Strategies for Targeting AMR Treatment, Detection, and Prevention,” underscores the urgent need for collaborative and evidence-based solutions.

Participants will engage with leading experts in AMR surveillance, infection control, and antibiotic stewardship through dynamic sessions, case studies, and expert panels. Attendees will gain actionable insights into the latest research and its real-world applications in AMR management. This symposium will foster knowledge exchange and promote impactful collaborations that align with the UN’s global health agenda, creating an invaluable opportunity to forge partnerships and develop solutions that contribute to a healthier, more resilient global community​.

ABOUT THE ORGANISERS

The ADVANcing Clinical Evidence in Infectious Diseases (ADVANCE-ID) Network is a global network for infectious disease clinical studies. Our aim is to conduct rapid, cost-effective randomised controlled trials to deliver relevant and high quality evidence to guide clinical practice. We hope to achieve this vision through equity (shared ownership), sustainability (build long-term capacity and trust) and engagement of key stakeholders (including clinicians, scientists, governments, industry).

Building upon decades of experience in research, training and practice in epidemiology and public health, the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health (SSHSPH), National University of Singapore, was established in October 2011 as Singapore’s first and only full-fledged national public health tertiary education institution. The School is also a member of the National University Health System (NUHS).

The School aims to continually foster healthier communities in Singapore and the region, and impact public health programmes and policies through its robust educational programmes and translational cross-disciplinary research work on cohort studies and life course epidemiology, infectious disease research, health technology assessments, health promotion, workplace safety and health, health systems evaluation and health services research. An interdisciplinary approach, augmented by rigorous training, applicable research and regional partnerships, places SSHSPH at the forefront of public health knowledge discovery and practice in Asia.

The School actively collaborates with many partners including the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Harvard School of Public Health and University of Michigan School of Public Health. Its flagship programme, the Master of Public Health (MPH) degree, attracts students from a wide range of disciplines from within Singapore and throughout the region.

PROGRAMME

Our esteemed speakers at the symposium include:

Prof. Direk Limmathurotsakul – Mahidol Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Unit, Thailand, a prominent expert in AMR surveillance and data utilization, particularly in tropical medicine, with extensive experience across Southeast Asia.

Prof. Xiao Yonghong – First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University, China, known for his significant contributions to antibiotic stewardship and infection control, specifically within high-risk regions in Asia.

Prof. Trisha Peel – Monash University, Australia, a respected leader in infection prevention and antibiotic stewardship, focusing on preventing post-surgical infections and enhancing global AMR management.

Prof. Gan Yunn Hwen – National University of Singapore, a leading researcher in microbiome studies, focusing on gut colonization resistance against AMR pathogens. Her research includes multidrug-resistant enteric bacteria, transmission of resistance plasmids in Gram-negative bacteria, and bacterial sensing of host environments. 

Prof. Darshini Ayton– Monash University, Australia, has a strong background in health and social care research, utilizing various methodological approaches, including qualitative research and clinical registries. She is experienced in randomized controlled trials, consumer and community involvement, and implementation science, which enhances the practical application of research findings in healthcare settings.

TRAVEL AND ACCOMODATION

The 2nd Advance-ID Network Symposium will take place at the Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore. The hotel is a 5-star luxury hotel overlooking the historic Singapore River, tucked away from the hustle-and-bustle of city life. It’s located ideally near the CBD (Central Business District) and popular waterfront spots Robertson Quay, Clarke Quay and Boat Quay.

The Symposium will be held at the Grand Ballroom (Level 4). Grand Copthorne Waterfront presents an impressive 6,200 square meters of meetings and events venues, overlooking scenic views of the picturesque Singapore River and is fully equipped with state-of-art meeting aids and world-class audio-visual facilities.

Delegates who wish to book rooms at the Hotel may do so using our registration portal here.

REGISTRATION

^ For "Government Agencies / Healthcare / Academic Institution" Discount, please register using your corporate email and upload image of staff pass or a similar supporting document as proof.

* "Low to Lower-Middle Income Countries" - Delegates from these countries can by selecting the "Low to Lower-Middle Income Countries" category under "Participant Type" on the payment page, after entering their details (View WorldBank Listing here).

CONTACT US

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