Malaysian Society of Parasitology and Tropical Medicine

08/08/2025

🌟 Meet Our Speaker: Dr. Suresh Kuchipudi from the United States 🇺🇸

A global expert in zoonotic and emerging viruses, Dr. Suresh Kuchipudi champions a One Health approach to infectious disease control. 🦠🌍 With a PhD in virology and clinical training in veterinary medicine, his work bridges human, animal, and environmental health.

He has led international research on virus spillover, diagnostics, and vaccine development, earning recognition as Penn State’s Research Innovator of the Year. 🧪🔬

Join us at APRC4 2025 to learn how cross-sector science is shaping the future of pandemic preparedness and global health security.

🌐 Register Now! - www.aprc4.com/registration

23/07/2025

🌟 Meet Our Speaker: Prof. Kun-Hsien Tsai from Taiwan 🇹🇼

A global leader in vector-borne diseases, Prof. Kun-Hsien Tsai heads a multidisciplinary lab focused on dengue, rickettsioses, and mosquito ecology. 🦟🧬 His team develops sustainable control strategies using biological, physical, and chemical methods, ranging from Wolbachia to UV light.

He has led groundbreaking projects on scrub typhus diagnostics, vector surveillance, and global health missions from Taiwan to Africa. 🌍 With collaborations across the US, France, and Indonesia, his work bridges research and real-world impact.

🌐 Register Now! - www.aprc4.com/registration

09/07/2025

🌟 Meet Our Speaker: Dr. Gerardo Acosta from Chile 🇨🇱

Dr. Gerardo Acosta, Professor at Universidad Austral de Chile, is a veterinary epidemiologist with a PhD from the University of Edinburgh. His research focuses on pathogen exchange among domestic animals, wildlife, and humans with implications for public health and conservation. 🦠🌿

He has led numerous infectious disease studies and mentors students across Latin America, Europe, and Africa. As Chair of the Latin-American Section of the Wildlife Disease Association, he advocates global collaboration in One Health.

🎤 Catch Dr. Acosta at APRC4 2025 as he shares vital insights into zoonotic and wildlife-borne diseases.

🌐 Register Now! - www.aprc4.com/registration

28/06/2025

🔥 Just 3 Days Left!

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the 4th Asia Pacific Rickettsial Conference (APRC4) this September in Penang, Malaysia!

The deadlines for the following close on 30 June 2025:
✅ Early Bird Registration
✅ Abstract Submission
✅ Student Travel Grant Application

Join global experts, present your research, and dive into the latest in Rickettsial science and One Health strategies.

📅 29 September - 1 October 2025
📍 PARKROYAL Penang, Malaysia
🔗 https://www.aprc4.com

25/06/2025

🌟 Meet Our Speaker: Dr. Lesley Bell-Sakyi from United Kingdom 🇬🇧

A world-renowned expert in tick-borne diseases, Dr. Lesley Bell-Sakyi is the founder of the Tick Cell Biobank — the largest global repository of continuous tick and arthropod cell lines. 🧬🔬 With 47 years of experience and over 140 publications, her groundbreaking work supports the study of viruses, bacteria, and protozoa that impact both human and animal health.

Her passion for advancing vector-borne disease research has fostered collaborations with over 45 institutes worldwide — don’t miss the chance to hear from this pioneering scientist at APRC4 2025! 🌍🧫📚

🔗 Register Now! - www.aprc4.com/registration

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20/06/2025

Dear MSPTM Members and Valued Peers,

Get ready for an insightful and engaging event!

The Malaysian Society of Parasitology and Tropical Medicine (MSPTM) is thrilled to announce our upcoming Mid-Year Seminar 2025, held in collaboration with the Regional Network for Research, Surveillance and Control of Asian Schistosomiasis (RNAS+).

Join us as we explore the dynamic landscape of our field with the inspiring theme: "Surviving, Adapting, Thriving in the Next Quarter"

Date: July 22-23, 2025
Time: 9.00 am to 5.00 pm
Venue: Auditorium 1, National Institutes of Health (NIH), Malaysia

This two-day seminar, held in conjunction with the 25th Annual Workshop of the Regional Network for Asian Schistosomiasis and Other Helminth Zoonoses (RNAS), is designed to bring together leading researchers, policy makers, and public health professionals. Our discussions will delve into the latest advancements in parasitology, with a special focus on schistosomiasis and other neglected tropical diseases affecting the Asian region.

Registration is now open and it's FREE for MSPTM Members!
Secure your spot by scanning the QR code in the attached flyer or by visiting our registration link here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdEsriBV-fPJcqMa17zkZS2vzljIdxQrIsfCU8uw4sVElpBnA/viewform

We are confident that your participation will significantly contribute to the richness of our discussions and the overall success of this important gathering.

We eagerly anticipate your presence and look forward to welcoming you to NIH, Malaysia!

07/06/2025

The 62nd MSPTM Council would like to wish Eid al-Adha Mubarak to all.

Eid al-Adha reminds us of the beauty of sacrifice, faith, and gratitude.May your heart be filled with peace and your home with joy.

Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed and meaningful Eid. 🌙🕋💛

01/06/2025

📣 Great News – Deadline Extended!

We’re excited to announce that the deadlines for the following have been extended until 30 June 2025:

✅ Early Bird Registration
✅ Abstract Submission
✅ Student Travel Grant Application

This extension gives you more time to prepare and be part of the 4th Asia Pacific Rickettsial Conference (APRC4) happening this September in Penang, Malaysia!

Join global experts, share your research, and explore the latest in rickettsial science and One Health strategies.

🔗 https://www.aprc4.com/

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21/05/2025

🌟 Meet Our Speaker: Dr. Kartika Saraswati from Indonesia 🇮🇩

A passionate clinician-researcher in tropical medicine and global health, Dr. Kartika Saraswati brings a strong focus on neglected tropical diseases, especially rickettsial infections. 🦠 With a research approach grounded in systematic reviews, meta-analysis, and advanced modelling techniques, she is driving impactful studies using serological data to better understand diseases like scrub typhus and murine typhus in resource-limited settings. 📊🌏🔬

Join us at APRC4 2025 to hear from Dr. Kartika Saraswati and explore how data-driven science is shaping the future of tropical disease research! 🌍📚💡

🔗 Register Now! - www.aprc4.com/registration

17/05/2025

🌟 Meet Our Plenary Speaker: Dr. Wolf Schmidt from Germany 🇩🇪

An accomplished infectious diseases epidemiologist, Dr. Wolf Schmidt brings deep expertise in scrub typhus and other rickettsial infections. 🦠 Trained as a medical doctor in Germany 🇩🇪 and later advancing his work at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine 🇬🇧, he has been based at CMC Vellore, India, since 2014 leading impactful epidemiological research on scrub typhus and spotted fever. 🔬📊

Join us at APRC4 2025 to learn from his experience and contribute to advancing the fight against rickettsial diseases! 🌍👩‍⚕️📚

🔗 Register Now! - www.aprc4.com/registration

12/05/2025

🚨 Only 3 WEEKS LEFT! 🚨

Don't miss your chance to present at APRC4 happening in Penang, Malaysia from 29 Sept – 1 Oct 2025! 🦠🌏

📝 Submit your abstract by 31 May 2025 and be part of an impactful dialogue on Rickettsial and Tropical Diseases with global health experts.

🔗 Submit now at https://www.aprc4.com/abstract

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12/05/2025

On behalf of the 62nd Council of MSPTM, I would like to extend our warmest wishes to all Buddhists who are celebrating a blessed Wesak Day.