UTI Global Alliance

Abstract deadline Mon for 6th Clinical & Scientific Advances in UTI, the premier biennial gathering of our international community. Privileged to be co-organising this year. See you in Nashville! utiga.org/2026-6th-csa... #UTI #UTISky #IDSky #MicroSky @globaluti.bsky.social utiga.org/2026-6th-csa...

Don't let the excitement of #UTIhour make you forget that abstract submissions for #UTIConf26 are due THIS UPCOMING MONDAY, 2/16, 11:59PM New York Time!

utiga.org/2026-6th-csa...

#UTIsky #IDsky

Our second #UTIhour speaker is Ben Olson, a trainee in the lab of @scotthultgren.bsky.social 🇺🇸

His talk is "Microbiota influences gut-bladder axis to alter susceptibility to UTI." He sent us a sneak peek with this beautiful, infected bladder!

Watch him 2/17 4pm New York Time.

#UTISky #IDSky

Urinary Tract Infection Global Alliance International society of clinical, research and biomedical professionals

(3/3) When she’s not in the lab, Dr. Guragain enjoys spending time in nature with friends and family.

Tune in live on 2/17, 4pm New York Time at UTIGA.org/upcoming , or catch it after at UTIGA.org/past!!

#UTIsky #IDsky

(2/3) Her talk, “Foodborne Potential of Extraintestinal Pathogenic E. coli: Comparative Characterization of Human Clinical and Poultry Isolates,” dives into whether E. coli strains from 🐔 🍗 could become foodborne threats.

Our third #UTIhour speaker is Dr. Manita Guragain!

She’s a Research Microbiologist at the USDA, where she studies food safety with a special focus on meat safety and emerging foodborne pathogens🍖 🦠

What better way to get to the #GutBladderAxis, than through our food?

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Our second #UTIhour speaker is Ben Olson, a trainee in the lab of @scotthultgren.bsky.social 🇺🇸

His talk is "Microbiota influences gut-bladder axis to alter susceptibility to UTI." He sent us a sneak peek with this beautiful, infected bladder!

Watch him 2/17 4pm New York Time.

#UTISky #IDSky

Don't let the excitement of #UTIhour make you forget that abstract submissions for #UTIConf26 are due THIS UPCOMING MONDAY, 2/16, 11:59PM New York Time!

utiga.org/2026-6th-csa...

#UTIsky #IDsky

Our first #UTIhour speaker is Prof Mark Schembri

🦠 PI, University of Queensland 🇦🇺
🦠 Director, Institute of Molecular Bioscience
🦠Director, Centre for Superbug Solutions
🦠 Deputy Director, Australian Infectious Diseases Research Centre
🦠 Founding director & current board member, #UTIGA

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Urinary Tract Infection Global Alliance International society of clinical, research and biomedical professionals

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Dr. Schembri will give a talk titled, "Uropathogenic E. Coli colonisation dynamics of infection and reservoir niches."

Catch him live on 2/17 at 4pm New York Time at UTIGA.org/upcoming

Watch a recording afterwards at UTIGA.org/past

#UTIsky #IDsky

Our first #UTIhour speaker is Prof Mark Schembri

🦠 PI, University of Queensland 🇦🇺
🦠 Director, Institute of Molecular Bioscience
🦠Director, Centre for Superbug Solutions
🦠 Deputy Director, Australian Infectious Diseases Research Centre
🦠 Founding director & current board member, #UTIGA

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Why do we need to look beyond the bladder when it comes to urinary tract infection?In this interview with Dr. Henry Schreiber, we discuss the complex connect... Why UTI is a Whole Body Problem: The Gut-Bladder Axis with Dr. Henry Schreiber

Our next #UTIhour is NEXT WEEK!

Join us at UTIGA.org/upcoming, 2/17, 4PM New York Time, to learn about the gut bladder connection.

Our panel was hand-picked by host Dr. @henryschreiber.bsky.social of @scotthultgren.bsky.social lab. See his work below:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6X...

#UTISKY

Why do we need to look beyond the bladder when it comes to urinary tract infection?In this interview with Dr. Henry Schreiber, we discuss the complex connect... Why UTI is a Whole Body Problem: The Gut-Bladder Axis with Dr. Henry Schreiber

Our next #UTIhour is NEXT WEEK!

Join us at UTIGA.org/upcoming, 2/17, 4PM New York Time, to learn about the gut bladder connection.

Our panel was hand-picked by host Dr. @henryschreiber.bsky.social of @scotthultgren.bsky.social lab. See his work below:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6X...

#UTISKY

Keep an eye on this account next week to learn more about our speakers! 👀

🔬We are rethinking UTIs through the #gutbladderaxis
The gut serves as a reservoir for uropathogens and influences bladder immunity too! Join @globaluti.bsky.social for #UTIHour.
📆 Feb 17th
🕐 4 PM EST
👤 @henryschreiber.bsky.social
🗣️ Drs. Mark Schembri, Manita Guragain, and Ben Olson

More info at utiga.org/upcoming!

Be there or be square :)

#UTISky #IDsky

More info at utiga.org/upcoming!

Be there or be square :)

#UTISky #IDsky

🦠 Did you know the health of the gut and bladder are connected? Disruptions in the gut can influence bladder health, infection risk, and recurrence #GutBladderAxis
🔍 Come find out who’s at risk @globaluti.bsky.social Feb #UTIHour hosted by @henryschreiber.bsky.social
📅 Feb 17th
🕟 4pm New York Time

Our next #UTIHour is just under a month away! Join our panel of experts on 2/17 at 4pm EST / 9PM UTC (ONE DAY AFTER #UTICONF26 ABSTRACTS ARE DUE).

We'll discuss the gut-bladder axis, and how disruptions in our intestines influence bladder health, infection risk & recurrence!
#IDSky #UTISky

If you still haven't submitted travel award applications, you have until MONDAY, 1/12, 11:59pm Pacific time! Get your applications in this weekend!

Blue poster announcing travel award applications due Jan 12, 2026, with overlapping colorful circular UTI-themed medallions and conference details for April in Nashville.

Attention postdocs, medical fellows, and residents of #UTISky and #IDsky!

Abstract submission for travel awards to our April UTI conference, #UTICONF26, are due on January 12.

The general abstract submission deadline is February 16.

Submit your applications at utiga.org!

Blue poster announcing travel award applications due Jan 12, 2026, with overlapping colorful circular UTI-themed medallions and conference details for April in Nashville.

Attention postdocs, medical fellows, and residents of #UTISky and #IDsky!

Abstract submission for travel awards to our April UTI conference, #UTICONF26, are due on January 12.

The general abstract submission deadline is February 16.

Submit your applications at utiga.org!

#UTICONF26 is just around the corner!
We've got a great program covering:
🦠 #UTI diagnosis
🦠 Pathogenesis
🦠 Drivers
🦠 Microbiomes/reservoirs
🦠 Personalized therapies
🦠 Host-pathogen interactions

Deadlines:
Travel award - 1/12
Abstracts - 2/16
Early registration - 2/26

#UTISky #IDsky

"The Hidden Power of Microorganisms: No microbes, no life…”

“Self-portrait of Saccharomyces Cerevisiae.”

“Circles of Life: Microbes in Motion.”

The 2025 Agar Art Contest winners have been selected! This year’s theme, “Microbes Make the World Go Round,” inspired 557 global entries—from food fermentation to antibiotic production. See the masterpieces and finalists! asm.org/press-releas... #agarart

Also, thank you Dr Schwartz for this amazing image. We are still seeking images to highlight for #UTICONF26 - please submit to information@utiga.org

Also, thank you Dr Schwartz for this amazing image. We are still seeking images to highlight for #UTICONF26 - please submit to information@utiga.org

This is *the* premiere #UTI conference in the field, and only happens every two years, so you don't want to miss it! Nashville, April 9-11 utiga.org/2026-6th-csa...

The application window for travel awards to attend #UTICONF26 are due in ONE MONTH, on January 12.

Abstract submissions are due in TWO MONTHS, on February 16.

Get your submissions in early, the deadlines sneak up on you faster than you think!

(📸 From Dr. Laura Schwartz 🦠)

#UTIsky #IDsky

#UTICONF26 is just around the corner!
We've got a great program covering:
🦠 #UTI diagnosis
🦠 Pathogenesis
🦠 Drivers
🦠 Microbiomes/reservoirs
🦠 Personalized therapies
🦠 Host-pathogen interactions

Deadlines:
Travel award - 1/12
Abstracts - 2/16
Early registration - 2/26

#UTISky #IDsky

Reminder to get your materials ready for #UTICONF26 if you want to present your research or apply for a travel award! The deadlines will sneak up on you fast!