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2010 CF Microbiology Consortium Workshop
In October 2010, members of the CF Microbiology Consortium met at the University of Liverpool to discuss current developments and challenges in CF microbiology research. The meeting resulted in an agreed set of key priorities for the future of CF microbiology research:
- Alternative therapeutic strategies must be developed
- More sensitive methods for detection & identification of bacteria are required, including surveillance methods for emerging 'problem' pathogens
- A better understanding must be reached of what antibiotics are actually doing, especially during exacerbations
- An understanding of how microorganisms behave and interact during infections is crucial
- Reliance on conventional microbiology based on cultured single isolates must be reduced, while retaining the benefits of culture.
Members of the Consortium are committed to addressing these key priorities, and furthering our understanding of CF lung infections. If you are interested in attending future meetings of the Consortium, please contact Dr Craig Winstanley (c.winstanley@liv.ac.uk).
