LSTM in Conversation

• Tiny healers: the science and promise of maggot therapy.

  Send us a textJoin Professor Hilary Ranson, Pro-Vice Chancellor of Research, Culture, and Integrity at Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, as she engages in a conversation with Professor Yamni Nigam, a Biomedical Sciences expert at Swansea University and an LSTM alumna. Yamni shares her pioneering work on maggot therapy, a revolutionary yet ancient treatment for chronic wounds, and its role in combating antimicrobial resistance. Discover the science behind maggot therapy, patient and clinical perceptions, and how public engagement can overcome barriers to its adoption. Yamni also reflects on her inspiring journey, from her time at LSTM to leading research today.

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• Health equity, policy reform, and Africa's future: A conversation with Dr. Olusoji Adeyi

  Send us a textExpect an engaging and insightful dialogue between Professor Bertie Squire and Dr. Olusoji Adeyi, an LSTM alumnus and global health expert. Dr. Adeyi shares his journey from growing up in Nigeria to becoming a leader in global health policy. He reflects on pivotal moments in his career, including his time at LSTM, his work with WHO and the World Bank, and his focus on health equity and policy reform. The conversation covers topics like the influence of social determinants on health, the impact of colonial legacies on global health systems, and the future of vaccine manufacturing in Africa. Dr. Adeyi's candid take on the need for transparency, equity, and accountability in global health makes this a must-listen for anyone interested in public health, health policy, and the challenges of transforming global health systems.

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