Antimicrobial (Drug) Resistance

NIAID's Role in Addressing Antimicrobial (Drug) Resistance

The problem of antimicrobial (drug) resistance requires a multi-pronged research strategy. NIAID supports and conducts research on many aspects of antimicrobial (drug) resistance, from basic research on how microbes develop resistance to clinical trials that translate research from lab findings to potential treatments. NIAID works in concert with other federal agencies and partners with industry and nonprofit organizations to develop comprehensive programs aimed at controlling antimicrobial (drug) resistance. Read more about NIAID’s Role in Addressing Antimicrobial Resistance

		Research at NIAID
		Research Goals Combating Drug Resistance with Basic Research Translating Basic Knowledge Research in NIAID Labs Partnerships with federal agencies, industry, and nonprofit organizations Resources Scientific Literature: Reports, Plans, Journals, Findings Services for Researchers: Resource Centers, Study Groups, Networks