ASTMH

The largest international scientific organization of experts dedicated to reducing the burden of tropical infectious diseases and improving global health.

[Bobbi Pritt, MD @ParasiteGal]

The answer to #ParasiteCaseOfTheWeek 820 is an onchocercoma due to Onchocerca volvulus! 🪱

This beautiful histology shows an adult female packed with developing microfilariae—and even a microfilaria that has escaped into the skin.

See the answer and images here 👇
https://t.co/RFQ9fxPE9Z
#Parasitology #Pathology #Microbiology #mayopath #PathBugs #CrittersOnTwitter

[Haneen Shibli, PhD @haneenshib]

I’ll be in DC next month for @ASTMH where I’ll be presenting my research work
If you’re attending the conference or happen to be around and want to grab coffee and chat, let me know! Would be great to connect

[Parasites Without Borders @PWB_Global]

Only a few weeks left! 🌍 Each year, Parasites Without Borders hosts a fundraiser that donates funds for American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene @ASTMH. Your donations to the campaign helped send Katherine from El Salvador, Central America, to the ASTMH Annual Conference.

"I realized that amongst many learning experiences, the most important realization for me is that I definitely want to keep working and researching in the tropical medicine field." ~Katherine

Help us reach our goal of $20,000 by donating at https://t.co/BNCEybAlXJ

[Bobbi Pritt, MD @ParasiteGal]

The #Parasite Case 820 is up, a subcutaneous nodule in a man from Liberia. Check out the whole slide image to make your diagnosis! https://t.co/q6pG8UBlnF 🪱
Answer later this week. #mayopath #pathology #PathBugs #CrittersOnTwitter

[ASTMH @ASTMH]

2026 Annual Meeting attendees - We need experts to meet with students and early-career scientists during our Speed Networking session Fri afternoon, Nov. 20. Share with them your career choices, trajectories & challenges. Register here: https://t.co/PzlSfDgwlH

[ASTMH @ASTMH]

Last day to sign up for 'Fever Feud,' our education game show taking place at the 2026 Annual Meeting. C'mon, you know you want to compete in answer survey questions while your colleagues cheer! (Photo from 2025.) Register here: https://t.co/x1ZEUwwPHJ

[ASTMH @ASTMH]

Speed-networking for students & early-career scientists is back at the ASTMH 2026 Annual Meeting on Nov 20. Meet informally with experts in global health, clinical, epidemiology, entomology and basic research. Attendance space is limited. Apply by Oct 12. https://t.co/WqZuXF4etP

[ASTMH @ASTMH]

Survey says! ASTMH is looking for student and trainees attending the 2026 Annual Meeting to compete in our 'Fever Feud' educational quiz show, a takeoff on U.S. TV's 'Family Feud.' Apply by October 6. https://t.co/x1ZEUwxnxh

[ASTMH @ASTMH]

Last chance to meet with U.S. Congressional leaders in Washington, DC prior to the ASTMH 2026 Annual Meeting to discuss global health work and the need for continued support. Apply by Oct 1. https://t.co/BVsvEVtdc2

[Bobbi Pritt, MD @ParasiteGal]

The #Parasite Case 819 is up, donated by @VasuMicroCaucus: an arthropod found in a urine specimen from a woman living in rural India. What is your identification? https://t.co/PKzNN5nfSp
Answer later this week! #mayopath #pathology #PathBugs #CrittersOnTwitter

[ASTMH @ASTMH]

Register at https://t.co/D1xeJDtHV2

[ASTMH @ASTMH]

Webinar: Tropical Diseases in the Immunocompromised Traveller, Oct 8, noon ET. Expert perspectives from around the world on key infections, clinical considerations and practical recommendations for care. Free for ASTMH members; $25 for nonmembers. https://t.co/lGFME3YBZ6

[ASTMH @ASTMH]

🚨 One day left!
The #TropMed26 Early Bird Registration deadline is Tuesday, Sept 29. Register now to lock in the lowest rates — and get ready for 5 days of science, collaboration and connection.
👉 Register: https://t.co/IMk7robT8u

[Parasites Without Borders @PWB_Global]

Each year, Parasites Without Borders hosts a fundraiser that donates funds for the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene @ASTMH. Your donations to the campaign helped send Adriana from Brazil, South America, to the ASTMH Annual Conference.

“The award provided access to cutting-edge scientific discussions, allowed me to present my research to an international audience, and created valuable opportunities to establish collaborations with researchers from different countries.” ~Adriana

Help us reach our goal of $20,000 by donating at https://t.co/BNCEybAlXJ

[ASTMH @ASTMH]

A last chance to save on 2026 Annual Meeting Pre-Meeting Course registration. Sign up by Tue, Sept. 29 for sessions in clinical trop med and medical entomology. Both being offered on Wed, Nov. 18, prior to the opening session of the 2026 Annual Meeting. https://t.co/OQAT7AQ8tU

[ASTMH @ASTMH]

⏰ #TropMed26 Early Bird Registration deadline is approaching fast. Register by Tue, Sept 29 for the lowest available registration rates—and join colleagues from around the world for 5 days of science, collaboration and connection.👉 Register now & save: https://t.co/IMk7rocqY2

[ASTMH @ASTMH]

Final call for Innovations Pitch Competition applications, closing Friday, Sept. 25. Pitch your new ideas for better healthcare interventions at the ASTMH 2026 Annual Meeting in Gaylord National Harbor, Maryland, USA, Nov. 18-22. More information at https://t.co/cdvFGivUXk

[One Health Global Alliance @OneHealthGA]

The One Health Global Alliance (OHGA) and the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (@ASTMH) are pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) under which ASTMH will become an inaugural member of OHGA's On-Demand Global Catalyst.

[ASTMH @ASTMH]

ASTMH 2026 Annual Meeting attendees: We are looking for student & trainees to compete in the 'Fever Feud' quiz show on the evening of November 19. It's a fun take on TV's popular 'Family Feud' game show. Apply by October 6. https://t.co/qJ5AwzLehT

[Bobbi Pritt, MD @ParasiteGal]

The #Parasite Case 817 is up: 🪱 found in freshly-caught Florida toadfish and removed before eaten (!) What is the likely identification? https://t.co/6rw6u5K3lK
Answer later this week! #mayopath #pathology #PathBugs #CrittersOnTwitter