News 2026

ChlamHealth at the Swiss Young Microbiologist Symposium

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

The ChlamHealth Group participated in the Swiss Young Microbiologist Symposium, where Efe Altuntaş presented research on Chlamydia abortus and Magdalena de Arriba shared new findings on Chlamydia suis co-infection dynamics.

Welcome to the Team: Carmen Chen & Karinda De La Cruz!

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

We are delighted to welcome Carmen Chen and Karinda De La Cruz to the ChlamHealth Group. As part of the ChlaGoNomics project, they will investigate the rectal microbiome in Chlamydia and Neisseria gonorrhoeae infections to advance One Health and Public Health research.

ChlamHealth at the Organoid Research Symposium

Wed, 20 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

The ChlamHealth Group attended the first Veterinary and Translational Organoid Research Symposium in Zurich. The event highlighted innovative organoid models and their growing importance in translational and veterinary research.

International Research Collaboration at Fisabio

Tue, 19 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

During his research stay at the Fisabio Foundation in Valencia, Enrique Rayo presented the work of the Chlamydia Research Group and collaborated on STI and antimicrobial resistance data analysis. The exchange highlights the importance of international collaboration in public health research.

ChlamHealth at the Tierärztetagung in Bern

Sun, 03 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

At the Tierärztetagung in Bern, Efe Altuntaş presented research on the survival of Chlamydia abortus in the ruminant placenta. The meeting provided a valuable opportunity for scientific exchange within the veterinary community.

Welcome to the Team: Xao La Lê & Bettina Baumann!

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

We’re excited to welcome Xao La Lê and Bettina Baumann to the lab. Xao investigates gene transfer mechanisms in Chlamydia suis, while Bettina focuses on the detection of Chlamydia pecorum and Chlamydia abortus in ruminant abortion cases in Switzerland.

Best Talk Award for Magdalena de Arriba!

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Congratulations to our PhD student Magdalena de Arriba, who received the Best Talk Award in the Chlamydia section at the 4th Early Career Mycoplasma and Chlamydia Researcher Conference organized by ESGMAC. Her work explores co-infection dynamics between tetracycline-susceptible and resistant Chlamydia suis strains.

Congratulations to Our Master’s Students

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT

We congratulate our Master’s students on successfully completing their research projects. Their work on Chlamydia suis biology, environmental viability, and zoonotic DNA provides valuable insights into microbiology and veterinary science.

New Project Launched: Museomics

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT

We have launched a new project exploring the potential of historical wet collections. By combining heritage specimens with modern genomic tools, Museomics opens new perspectives for biodiversity research and scientific discovery.

ChlamHealth at the German Chlamydia Workshop 2026

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT

At the German Chlamydia Workshop 2026 in Vienna, our team presented new findings on co-infection dynamics, chlamydial viability, and the effects of HIV PrEP on Chlamydia trachomatis. Inspiring discussions and valuable exchanges made it a highly engaging meeting.