Committed to the future of health in Asia

APFID is a non-profit foundation established to address the urgent need for international cooperation to control and prevent infectious diseases, which remain the leading cause of death worldwide. The Foundation focuses on the Asia-Pacific region, where the threat of antimicrobial resistance is most critical, and supports research programs such as the Asian Network for Surveillance of Resistant Pathogens (ANSORP), the Asian Bacterial Bank (ABB), and the Infectious Disease Research Institute (IDRI). APFID also organizes the biennial International Symposium on Antimicrobial Agents and Resistance (ISAAR) to facilitate scientific exchange and collaboration on infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance. In addition to research, APFID has launched the international campaign "STOP, Superbug", which promotes public awareness of the appropriate use of antibiotics and aims to control antimicrobial resistance in the Asia-Pacific region. By collaborating with various institutions, organizations, industries and scientific societies, APFID aims to contribute to the improvement of public health not only in the Asia-Pacific region but globally.

For more information, please visit www.apfid.org
 

Contribute to the pivotal exchange of state-of-the-art information and data

ISAAR is a major global conference with a strong focus on antimicrobial resistance, antimicrobial treatment, new antimicrobial agents and vaccines, and future strategies against infectious diseases. It has become the most representative international event on antimicrobial resistance and infectious diseases in the Asia-Pacific region. The conference aims to facilitate the exchange of state-of-the-art information and data on infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance worldwide, covering key topics such as epidemiology, resistance mechanisms, pathogenesis, clinical impact, new drug development, and prevention and treatment guidelines. This cutting-edge information can help promote global solutions to the challenge of infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance. ISAAR is truly the world's premier congress on antimicrobial agents, resistance and major infectious disease issues.

The Hong Kong Society for Infectious Diseases (HKSID) was founded in 1995. HKSID is a leading professional organization dedicated to the advancement of knowledge and practices in the field of infectious diseases. Established with a mission to promote excellence in infectious disease management, prevention, and research, HKSID serves as a vital platform for healthcare professionals, researchers, and experts to collaborate, share insights, and stay updated on the latest developments in this critical medical discipline.

Through a spectrum of initiatives including scientific meetings, educational programs, research endeavors, and public health advocacy, HKSID strives to enhance the understanding of infectious diseases, their epidemiology, treatment modalities, and the evolving challenges posed by antimicrobial resistance. By fostering a community of experts and enthusiasts passionate about combating infectious diseases, HKSID plays a pivotal role in safeguarding public health and advancing medical knowledge in Hong Kong and beyond.

For more information, please visit http://www.hksid.org
 

The Hong Kong Society for Microbiology and Infection was founded in 1994.

Our objectives are to facilitate the acquisition and dissemination of knowledge in the field of microbiology and infectious diseases.

We strive to promote communication and co-operation among those who are actively engaged in various aspects of education, research and service in microbiology and infectious diseases.

The HKSMI aims to establish and to facilitate communications with similar societies, both locally and abroad. We are an Associate Member of https://www.fmshk.org/

Our society is also a member of The Asia-Pacific Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infection (APSCMI) https://www.apscmi.net/, of which APSCMI is a long-standing Member society of the International Society of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy (ISAC) https://www.isac.world/