Asian -African Society of Mycobacteriology (AASM)
Union of International Associations Org ID: XJ8952
About Course:
Tuberculosis is the leading infectious disease killer and the ninth cause of death globally, affecting close to 11 million people a year with 1.4 million deaths. Multidrug-resistant TB affects half a million people annually and is a growing threat to public health and a significant obstacle to eliminating this scourge of humanity. This program will provide a comprehensive overview of the geographical distribution of tuberculosis, prevention, diagnosis, and management of TB. The program is offered through distance learning and allows students to access the course online. It provides an excellent structured learning platform for trainees and professionals to develop their skills in this field. Prominent international experts will give lectures in this field, and the latest references and techniques will be presented to the students. In fact, it is an opportunity to acquire skills in research and development, public health, and other knowledge about tuberculosis.
briefly, the microbiological, geographical distribution of tuberculosis (M. TB), the infrastructure of TB laboratories, routine diagnosis, different methodologies for DNA extraction, Drug Susceptibility Testing (DST), identification, biosafety testing, and quality control in TB laboratories will also be addressed.
Course content
Section: 1
Title: The history of tuberculosis
Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB), which has always been a constant challenge throughout human history due to its severe social consequences. In this section, the history of tuberculosis will be discussed from the beginning until up-to-date. Students will be familiar with the history of tuberculosis infection, treatment, diagnosis and vaccine production.
In two days = 5 – 6 September
5 September = Theoretical, including the presentation of teachers and educational videos.
6 September = Practical, question and answer. Participants can send their questions about this section to the teachers to be discussed on this day.
Section: 2
Title: Geographical Distribution of Tuberculosis:
The geographical distribution of tuberculosis will be discussed using Geographic Information System (GIS) tools. A Geographic Information System (GIS) is a computer system that analyzes and displays geographically referenced information. GIS analysis combined with molecular epidemiological surveillance can be an effective method for identifying tuberculosis. The updated information about prevalence and risk factors will be presented by using different examples.
In two days = 7 – 8 September
7 September = Theoretical, including the presentation of teachers and educational videos.
8 September = Practical, question and answer. Participants can send their questions about this section to the teachers to be discussed on this day.
Section: 3
Title: Microbiology of Tuberculosis:
In this section topics such as taxonomic classification, virulence, cell division, cell wall, and recent advances in Mycobacterium Tuberculosis will be presented.
In two days = 9- 10 September
9 September = Theoretical, including the presentation of teachers and educational videos.
10 September = Practical, question and answer. Participants can send their questions about this section to the teachers to be discussed on this day.
Section: 4
Title: Tuberculosis laboratory network:
The infrastructure of TB laboratory networks will be explained. e.g., provisional, regional, and biosafety levels 3(BSL-3) will be explained.
In two days = 11- 12 September
11 September = Theoretical, including the presentation of teachers and educational videos.
12 September = Practical, question and answer. Participants can send their questions about this section to the teachers to be discussed on this day.
Section: 5
Title: Multidrug-resistant Tuberculosis (MDR TB):
A comprehensive overview of multidrug-resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB). The student will be familiar with different detection methods of Drug Susceptibility Testing for First and Second Line Anti-TB Drugs (RIF, INH, and EMB)/ (AMK, CAN, and CIP/OFX) using classical and molecular tests.
In two days = 13 – 14 September
13 September = Theoretical, including the presentation of teachers and educational videos.
14 September = Practical, question and answer. Participants can send their questions about this section to the teachers to be discussed on this day.
Section: 6
Title: Public Health in Tuberculosis:
An overview of the public health aspects of tuberculosis (TB) with an emphasis on theory, guidelines, and techniques will be taught. The students will review the strategic planning, management risk factor, and National TB Program.
In two days = 15 – 16 September
15 September = Theoretical, including the presentation of teachers and educational videos.
16 September = Practical, question and answer. Participants can send their questions about this section to the teachers to be discussed on this day.
Section: 7
Title: Quality Control and Biosafety of TB Laboratory:
Quality Control and Biosafety of the TB laboratory in three levels (provisional, regional, and central biosafety levels 3) will be discussed.
In two days = 17 – 18 September
17 September = Theoretical, including the presentation of teachers and educational videos.
18 September = Practical, question and answer. Participants can send their questions about this section to the teachers to be discussed on this day.
Entry requirements
- i) People working in the mycobacteria field. Medical students.
- ii) Any interested individual with background of medicine/ pulmonologist / cardiologist / infectious diseases/ biological sciences/ allied health sciences from any countries are eligible to apply for this course.
iii) Personal statement explaining the reasons for applying for this course and what the candidate hopes to gain.
- iv) Clinical/academic letter of reference.
Months of entry
September
Location
Online
Language
English
Number of participants (maximum)
20
Fees
500 $
For payment, please contact course organizers:
Prof. Parissa Farina pfarnia@hotmail.com
The certificate from the Asian -African Society of Mycobacteriology (AASM) (UIA Org ID: XJ8952) will be given to participants (that pass 50-70% of the teaching course).
