Ebola cases in DR Congo have surpassed 1,000, with 254 reported deaths.
The outbreak involves the rare Bundibugyo strain, which currently has no approved vaccine or treatment.
Early detection saves lives.
#Ebola#Biosecurity#GlobalHealth#BioDetector
Happy Father’s Day to all the dads making a difference every day.
As Men’s Health Week comes to a close, let’s remember: healthy fathers help build healthy families. Yet too many men face chronic disease, obesity, and mental health challenges.
Take back your health. Eat real food. Stay active. Lead by example.
🇺🇸 #FathersDay #MensHealthWeek #MakeAmericaHealthyAgain
Nearly 160 U.S. troops have reportedly fallen ill during a major flu outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas. The outbreak comes weeks after the Pentagon ended mandatory flu vaccinations for service members. A reminder that infectious diseases remain a national security and readiness challenge.
#Flu #PublicHealth #Military #Biosecurity #HealthSecurity #Preparedness #Healthcare #InfectiousDiseases
Meet Our VP of Mission: Dr. Gerald Boersma
At Ave Maria Biotech, innovation is guided not only by science and technology, but also by purpose.
We are honored to have Dr. Gerald Boersma serve as Vice President of Mission. As Chair of Theology at Ave Maria University and an internationally recognized scholar, Dr. Boersma brings a unique perspective that helps connect scientific advancement with ethical responsibility and human flourishing.
His leadership helps ensure that our work remains focused on what matters most: protecting lives, serving communities, and building a safer future through innovation.
“The mission is not just what we do, but who we are and how we serve the world.”
#AveMariaBiotech #Leadership #MissionDriven #Innovation #Biosecurity #HealthTech #Biotechnology #HumanFlourishing #FutureOfHealthcare
🦠 India has issued a high alert after a confirmed Nipah virus case in Kerala.
Nipah remains one of the WHO’s priority pathogens due to its epidemic potential and high fatality rate.
Early detection saves lives.
#NipahVirus#Biosecurity#PublicHealth#BioDetector
Meet Our Chief Science Officer: Dr. Robert R. Redfield, Jr.
Ave Maria Biotech is honored to have Dr. Robert R. Redfield, Jr. serving as our Chief Science Officer.
Dr. Redfield is one of the most respected leaders in public health and infectious disease research. He served as Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from 2018 to 2021, helping lead the United States’ response to one of the most challenging public health crises in modern history.
Today, Dr. Redfield brings his expertise and vision to Ave Maria Biotech as we develop the BD-500 Family of AI-powered pathogen detection systems, designed to provide real-time airborne threat monitoring and strengthen preparedness across healthcare, public facilities, transportation, agriculture, and other critical environments.
His guidance helps ensure that innovation is backed by science, experience, and a commitment to protecting public health.
Science-driven innovation. Smarter detection. Safer communities.
What role do you believe real-time pathogen detection should play in the future of public health and biosecurity?
#AveMariaBiotech #RobertRedfield #CDC #Biosecurity #PublicHealth #HealthTech #MedTech #AI #Innovation #Biotechnology #BD500 #FutureOfHealthcare #Leadership #PathogenDetection
CDC is monitoring an outbreak of the rare Andes virus aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic.
Current risk to the U.S. remains low, but health officials continue to watch the situation closely.
Early detection remains our best defense against emerging biological threats.
#Biosecurity #Hantavirus #BioDetector #PublicHealth
A Virus with a Fatality Rate of up to 75% Is Triggering New Screening Measures in Asia
Thailand and Nepal have begun screening travelers arriving from regions of India where new cases of the Nipah virus have been confirmed.
Why does this matter?
Nipah is considered one of the world’s most dangerous emerging viruses. It can spread from fruit bats and other animals to humans, and in some cases from person to person. According to the World Health Organization, the virus carries a mortality rate ranging from 40% to 75%, and there is currently no approved vaccine or specific treatment.
The WHO has listed Nipah among its priority pathogens due to its potential to trigger future epidemics.
Events like this highlight the growing importance of early detection, environmental monitoring, and real-time biosecurity technologies that can help identify emerging biological threats before they spread widely.
Preparedness begins with awareness.
#NipahVirus #Biosecurity #PublicHealth #PandemicPreparedness #DiseaseSurveillance #HealthcareInnovation #Biotech #HealthTech #BD500 #BioDetector
A traveler infected with measles passed through San Francisco International Airport on June 8, potentially exposing others in the international terminal, customs, and baggage claim areas.
Another reminder that infectious diseases can spread quickly through major travel hubs.
#Measles #PublicHealth #Biosecurity #Preparedness #SFO #BD500
Ebola outbreak growing in DR Congo.
246 suspected cases.
80 reported deaths.
No approved vaccine or treatment for the current Bundibugyo strain.
The challenge isn’t just response—it’s detection.
Early warning saves lives.
#Ebola#Biosecurity#GlobalHealth#DiseaseSurveillanc
For decades, invisible threats could be monitored—radiation, chemicals, pollution. But airborne biological threats often remained unseen until people became sick.
Viktor Tomashev believed there had to be a better way.
That vision became the foundation of the BD-500 Biodetector.
H5N1 bird flu has now been detected in U.S. dairy cattle, raising concerns about cross-species transmission.
Early detection isn’t optional—it’s essential.
#H5N1#BirdFlu#Biosecurity#BioDetector
Introducing BD-500 — an AI-powered airborne pathogen detection system built to identify biological threats in real time. Think of it as a smoke detector for viruses.
Our mission: to help create safer churches, healthcare facilities, businesses, public spaces, and communities