Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the most urgent health threats worldwide. The AMR: A One Health Approach Seminar Series hosted by CAN-AMR-Net brings together experts from diverse disciplines to explore issues pertaining to AMR, promote transdisciplinary training, and offer practical strategies to combat AMR on all fronts and a One Health perspective.
AMR is a truly global challenge, affecting all countries, regardless of income level or region, not only in human health, but also in animals and agriculture. While main drivers of AMR are the misuse and overuse of antimicrobials, other significant causes include poor infection prevention and control, environmental factors, limited investment in the research and development of new therapies, social and economic factors, and a lack of awareness and knowledge.
Within the field of AMR, historically, there has been limited communication and collaboration between experts in different areas of study. This is where a One Health approach becomes critical. By considering the interconnectedness of people, animals, and the environment, we can better understand the complex factors behind antimicrobial use and resistance, and develop smarter, holistic, and more sustainable solutions to tackle the wicked problem of AMR.
The AMR: A One Health Approach Seminar Series is an openly available virtual seminar series, consisted of 10 interdisciplinary sessions, each featuring expert instructors in AMR and One Health. Through a combination of keynote presentations and panel discussions, the series creates a valuable platform for learning and dialogue, engaging trainees in critical conversations and emerging insights in the AMR and One Health fields.
If you have any questions regarding the Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR): A One Health Approach Seminar Series, please contact us at canamrnet@ucalgary.ca.
