Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) mechanisms refer to the biological processes through which microorganisms (such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites) develop the ability to survive exposure to drugs that once killed them or inhibited their growth. These mechanisms can be genetic, enzymatic, or adaptive in nature and are a critical challenge to global public health.
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the most urgent threats to modern medicine. Understanding the underlying mechanisms of resistance is pivotal for developing effective diagnostics, treatment strategies, and public health interventions.
This session will explore the complex molecular and genetic bases of AMR, highlighting emerging resistance trends and surveillance technologies.
Topics to be discussed:
- Genetic mutations and horizontal gene transfer in resistance
- Efflux pumps, biofilm formation, and enzymatic degradation
- Resistance in Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria
- AMR in viral, fungal, and parasitic infections
- One Health approach to tracking resistance across sectors
- Molecular diagnostics and AI in AMR detection
- Global strategies and national action plans for AMR containment
This session invites global thought leaders to share recent breakthroughs, data from resistance surveillance networks, and potential solutions to this growing crisis.