AMR Speed Networking for Researchers
Practice your 3-minute “elevator speech” as you participate in a fast-paced, fun event meant to expose
you to the various elements of AMR research on campus and inspire you to establish new, productive
relationships.
Interested attendees must register for their respective events. Seats are limited. Some preparation is
required—an inquiring mind and willingness to talk to others are a must!
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)
The drastic increase in antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has been identified as a significant risk for
human health worldwide. The complexity of this issue requires interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary
collaborations that use integrated (research, education, and extension) and systems based approaches.
In an effort to promote collaboration among investigators throughout campus, four speed networking
sessions will be held to provide an opportunity for faculty to highlight their research related to AMR
and to foster discussions of multidisciplinary approaches that may provide new insights and
breakthroughs on AMR issues.
Event Topics and Schedule– REGISTER HERE
AMR Fundamental Mechanisms and Systems Biology
Thursday, September 24, 2015
3:30-5:00 in 3306 Elings
This session is aimed to promote collaborations on understanding the interactive networks of
pathogen/host/therapeutic/environment in AMR development at the molecular, organism, population
and ecosystem levels. To study the complex interactions, collaboration among investigators with
experience and expertise in microbiology, host and environmental responses, omics analysis, and
computer modeling is required.
Ecology, Transmission, and Mathematical Modeling of AMR
Monday, October 19, 2015
3:30-5:00 in 1204 Kildee (Ensminger Conference Room)
This session is to facilitate the establishment of interdisciplinary studies on the transmission, ecology,
and epidemiology of AMR in a given setting or in the entire ecosystem. This requires system-wide
sample collections and “omics”-based approaches as well as significant expertise in Big Data analysis
and mathematical modeling.
New Antimicrobials, Alternatives to Antibiotics, and Novel Intervention Strategies
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
3:30-5:00 in 1204 Kildee (Ensminger Conference Room)
This session focuses on intervention of AMR. Examples include but are not limited to new
antimicrobials and alternatives to antimicrobials such as vaccines, phages, probiotics, plant-based
compounds, or host generated antimicrobial peptides. These approaches will require collaboration
between chemists, plant scientists, immunologists, animal geneticists, and microbiologists.
Novel Detection, Socio-economic Impact, and Risk Assessment of AMR
Monday, November 16, 2015
3:30-5:00 in 1204 Kildee (Ensminger Conference Room)
Collaboration across multiple disciplines is needed to make a breakthrough in detection technologies
for AMR. This may involve innovation in engineering detection platforms, chemical modification of
detection materials, and identification and evaluation of genetic or phenotypic targets in a biological
system. Another focus of the session is to develop interdisciplinary projects that assess the socioeconomic impact and risk of AMR.
Instructions for Participants
Each registered attendee will have exactly 3 minutes to present information about his/her research. The
presentation may address ongoing and/or planned projects. Projects that require collaboration across
disciplines should be highlighted. Remember that your audience may not be familiar with your field,
so a brief explanation of the context of your research is recommended.
No power point presentations will be allowed; however, one power point slide or image may be
submitted if needed to understand your presentation. A timer will be used to time each presentation. At
the end of 3 minutes, each presenter will have to sit down even if in the middle of a sentence. A
reception will follow for networking and following up with participants.
Please prepare the following items:
 A completed Researcher Profile should be attached to your online registration. It may also be
emailed to Jamy Rentschler and must be submitted at least 3 days prior to the event.
 3-minute talk about your research and collaboration needs
 Any image necessary to understanding your presentation, if needed. Please email to Jamy
Rentschler at least 3 days prior to the event.
Contact Information
For more information about the event or how to participate, please contact Jamy Rentschler at
jamyr@iastate.edu or 294-4222.