July 2023 Newsletter

  • Malawi Protects Millions through Nationwide Vaccination Campaign

    UMSOM’s Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health (CVD) and partners in Malawi conducted a landmark trial on typhoid vaccines.

UMB Global News

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Malawi Protects Millions through Nationwide Vaccination Campaign

Typhoid fever — a bacterial infection spread through contaminated food and water — remains a significant public health concern in low-resource countries such as Malawi. Fortunately, a single dose typhoid conjugate vaccine (TCV) is safe and protects against typhoid fever for at least 4 years.

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Laufer Appointed to USAID Malaria Vaccine Development Program Group

Miriam Laufer, MD, MPH, was appointed to the Scientific Consultant Group of the USAID Malaria Vaccine Development Program.

Two PGIF Awardees Named SON Dean's Scholarship Scholars

Oluremi Adejumo and Charlotte Nwogwugwu were named the Fall 2023 UMSON Dean’s Scholarship Scholars, which recognizes their outstanding achievements and potential in research.

CGE Events

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30th Annual Frontiers in Vaccinology Conference

The 30th Annual Frontiers in Vaccinology Conference brings together experts and thought leaders from the field of vaccinology to share their insights and discoveries.

CGE Events

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Welcome New CGE Employee Nick Cortina

The Center for Global Engagement has a new face in the office: Nick Cortina, Global Program Specialist.

CGE Events

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OPT Q&A Session for Graduating Students

Join the Office of International Services to learn more about work authorization for graduating international students.

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UMB Global Kick-Off

Join the Center for Global Engagement in kicking off the new academic year! Play globally themed trivia, enjoy food, and learn about global groups.

UMB Global News

Join CUGH's New Young Global Health Professional Network

CUGH has created the Young Global Health Professional Network to allow an opportunity for early-career global health practitioners and students to network worldwide.

Apply for CUGH Global Health Grant

CUGH members are encouraged to apply for a Dr. Tom Hall Education Grant from the Consortium of Universities for Global Health.

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Submit a Breakout Panel Proposal or Abstract to CUGH Conference 2024

Submit your session ideas for the 2024 CUGH Conference by September 15.

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Apply for a Fulbright-Fogarty Fellowship in Public Health

Apply for a Fulbright-Fogarty Fellowships in Public Health.