Molecular Epidemiology - Critical Applications in Public Health and Clinical Laboratories
Explore the critical applications of molecular epidemiology in public health and clinical laboratories through this 58-minute webinar featuring CDC experts Drs. Heather Carleton, Nancy Chow, and Duncan MacCannell. Delve into the impact of emerging technologies like pathogen genomics and metagenomics on traditional molecular epidemiology practices. Learn about the evolution of molecular typing techniques, from Pulsed-Field Gel Electrophoresis to Whole Genome Sequencing, and their role in foodborne illness surveillance and outbreak investigations. Examine case studies on recurring epidemic patterns (REPs) and the urgent antimicrobial resistance threat posed by Candida auris. Gain insights into the Pathogen Genomics Centers of Excellence and the Molecular Epidemiology Fellowship program. Discover how these advanced molecular approaches are revolutionizing disease tracking, outbreak control, and public health interventions.